Strange as it may sound, tepary beans are excellent in desserts. No one will ever suspect that these brownies, which are moist and delicious are also a much healthier alternative to regular brownies.
Ingredients:
- c Brown tepary beans; cooked
- 1/2 c Carob powder
- 3/4 c Mild honey
- 1/4 c Margarine; melted
- 1/2 c Flour, all-purpose
- 1/2 c Walnuts, chopped
- 1/2 c Raisins (optional)
- 2 ea Eggs; well beaten
- 1 1/2 ts Vanilla essence
- 1/2 ts Salt
Directions:
Butter an 8 inch square pan. Line with waxed paper and butter the paper. Whirl the tepary beans in a food processor until smooth. In a large bowl, mix the processed beans with rest of the ingredients. Spread in prepared baking dish. Bake at 325 degrees F for 30 to 35 minutes. Cool, before removing from the pan. Peel off waxed paper and cut into squares. Makes 16 2-inch squares.
Recipe from: http://www.recipe-cookbook.co.uk
