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sherry7 · 11-22-2008, 10:01 AM

I recently checked out a book from the library, "3-Ingredient Slow Cooker Comfort Foods", by authors Robert and Carol Hildebrand.

I haven't made this one yet, but it sounds good, and even better, easy!

2 (14 oz) cans diced tomatoes with lime juice, cilantro, and jalapenos)
1 (16 oz) can black beans
1 (8 oz) can evaporated milk
Salt and pepper to taste

Put all the ingredients plus 2 coups water into the slow cooker. Stir. Cook for 6 to 8 hours on low. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.

6 to 8 servings.
101 calories, 3g fat, 6g protein, 14g carbohydrate, 3g fiber, 8mg cholesterol, 602mg sodium

sherry7 · 11-22-2008, 10:05 AM

I recently checked out a book from the library, "3-Ingredient Slow Cooker Comfort Foods", by authors Robert and Carol Hildebrand.

I haven't made this one yet, but it sounds good, and even better, easy!

1 1/2 quarts chicken broth
2 cups dried lentils
1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes with onion and celery
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: 1 cup chopped carrots

Wash the lentils in a colander and pick them over for any small pebbles. Add all of the ingredients to the slow cooker. Cook for 6 to 8 hours on low, until the lentils are soft. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.

6 to 8 servings.
188 calories, 1g fat, 15g protein, 30g carbohydrate, 15g fiber, 0mg cholesterol, 1689mg sodium (use low sodium chicken broth to decrease that!)