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

photo credit: jgodsey

Some of us like to walk on the wild side! Now spicy can mean something different to everyone, which is why I love flexible recipes that allow me to turn up the heat, or keep it a more mellow, but still flavorful recipe.

Ingredients:

• 1 Cup Brown Tepary beans
• 2 Tbsp Olive Oil
• 1 tsp each - Cumin seeds, Coriander seeds
• Cayenne & chili powder to taste
• 2 Tbsp Organic Sour Cream or spoonfuls to taste
• Organic Jack Cheese
• 1/4 c reserved liquid from beans - as necessary for creaminess/texture

Directions:

Soak beans. Cook in crock pot on high for 6-8 hrs, till beans are tender.In a mortar & pestle or spice grinder - crush spices. In a food processor, mix beans and spices and liquid ingredients

I like best served warm w/ melted cheese and chips!

Recipe From: Bill - A Farmer’s Market Patron
photo credit: stu_spivack

Tired of the same old onion dips at parties?  Want a lower calorie option with all the taste for your next potluck?  This is a great option that is super quick and easy to make!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cooked brown tepary beans
• 1/2 cup mustard greens, finely sliced
• 1/2 shallot, minced
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 Tb sesame seeds
• 1 Tb olive oil

Directions:

Place all ingredients in a medium sized bowl and stir together. Serve with crackers.

Recipe from: http://glutenagogo.blogspot.com