The imitative recently launched its first free e-cookbook, The Kids Cook Monday Family Dinner Date. This recipe, contributed by Meatless Monday blogger Patrice of the blog Circle B Kitchen is one of the cookbook’s most popular dinner recipes, sure to please the whole family. So this Monday, try going meatless and getting your kids into the kitchen! We bet your whole family will enjoy the experience. Serves 4 Ingredients:
1 tablespoon olive oil1 - 2 cloves garlic, minced1 1/2 cups cooked rice1 1/2 cups zucchini, quartered lengthwise and sliced1/2 cup diced green bell pepper1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste1/4 to 1/3 cup vegetable stock*1 can black beans, drained and rinsed1 can (14.5 oz.) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained1 cup grated Cheddar cheese (or any good melting cheese)*optional
Together: Prep ingredients.Adult: Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat.Together: Add zucchini, garlic, crushed red pepper and bell pepper; cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add beans and undrained tomatoes (adding a little vegetable stock here is optional, see note).Adult: Increase the heat to medium high and add the cooked rice. Stir well. Cover; remove from heat and let stand 7 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.Kid: Sprinkle with cheese.Together: Replace the lid until the cheese is melted.
Serve and enjoy
