Monday, October 7, 2013

Coconut Black Bean Stew

I think this is my first original creation.  I adapt a lot of recipes, but I rarely - if ever- come up with something totally on my own.  But tonight I had a few things in my fridge I needed to use up - and only had 5 minutes to cook dinner - so this was the result of throwing things together in a hurry.  And, considering that my entire family (even the picky 4 yr old) gobbled up the WHOLE pan (Grins had 5ths and everyone had at least 2 bowls!)  I would say it was a success.  I'm writing it down so I can remember what I did, since it was so haphazardly thrown together.

2 cans black beans (plus their liquid)
2 cups cubed, cooked sweet potatoes or squash 
1 can coconut milk
4 ounces chopped fresh spinach

Mix in a pot and cook until heated through (about 5 minutes).