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Name: Sadia B.

1. Bean Burrito
Mexican Black Bean Burrito

Ingredients : 2 cups black beans , canned , 12 cup jar chunky salsa , 1 medium onion, cut into small cubes , 1 medium bell pepper, seeded and chopped , 2 tomatoes, diced , 2 teaspoon chilli powder , 2 cups lettuce, shredded , 8-10 inch corn tortillas , sour cream , cheddar cheese, grated.

Instructions : 1. In a large bowl mix the black beans, salsa, onion, peppers and chili powder. If possible refrigerate over night to enhance the flavor. 2. Microwave the bean mixture for about 2 minutes or heat over low heat for 5 minutes. Add little water if the mixture is too thick. 3. Spread one tablespoon of sour cream in the center of the burrito, then place three tablespoons of the mixture over the cream and a layer of tomato, lettuce and cheese. 4. Fold the ends and then roll up. Microwave until just heated through. 5. Serve with extra sour cream and salsa. This recipe serves 6 people. Preparation Time: 15 minutes. Cooking Time: 30 minutes. Serving Options: Serve Hot. Try Raita with this dish.

2. Avocado Tacos

INGREDIENTS:
3 avocados - peeled, pitted, and mashed
1/4 cup onions, diced
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
12 (6 inch) corn tortillas
1 bunch fresh cilantro leaves, finely chopped
jalapeno pepper sauce, to taste

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DIRECTIONS:
Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
In a medium bowl, mix avocados, onions, and garlic salt.
Arrange corn tortillas in a single layer on a large baking sheet, and place in the preheated oven 2 to 5 minutes, until heated through.
Spread tortillas with the avocado mixture. Garnish with cilantro and sprinkle with jalapeno pepper sauce.


3. Easy Mexican Rice

INGREDIENTS:
1 1/2 cups uncooked brown rice
3 cups water
1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
1 (15.25 ounce) can kidney beans, drained
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup shredded lettuce

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DIRECTIONS:
In a saucepan bring 3 cups water to a boil. Add rice and stir. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 45 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand for 15 minutes.
Stir in taco seasoning, kidney beans, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, salt, pepper and lettuce.
Cook over medium heat until heated through.

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