"This dish was inspired by one served at a Dallas, Texas restaurant. The chef added chunks of ham, but my version is meatless. It makes a great Tex-Mex side or a filling lunch when served with corn bread. —L.R. Larson, Sioux Falls, South Dakota..."
INGREDIENTS
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2 cups dried pinto beans (about 3/4 pound)
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2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth
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2 celery ribs, diced
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1/4 cup diced onion
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1/4 cup diced green pepper
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1 garlic clove, minced
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2 bay leaves
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage
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1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
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2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) Mexican diced tomatoes, undrained
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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Chopped fresh cilantro