Kidney Bean Recipes

Kidney Bean Salad
1 #2 can red kidney beans
1 c. chopped celery
1 tbsp. chopped onion
1/4 c. sweet pickle relish
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. chili powder
1/4 tsp. prepared mustard
Lettuce
Mayonnaise

Drain kidney beans. Combine celery, onions and pickle relish. Add seasonings and mix thoroughly with beans, being careful not to mash them; chill and serve on lettuce with mayonnaise. This salad may also be used to stuff tomatoes.

Broccoli Kidney Bean Casserole
Fresh broccoli
15 oz. can kidney beans, drained
8 oz. can tomato sauce
1/4 tsp. basil leaves
1/4 tsp. oregano leaves
1 c. (or a little more) cooked rice
2 oz. shredded cheese (Cheddar, Colby, Monterey Jack)

Heat oven to 350 degrees. Steam broccoli. In bowl mix kidney beans, tomato sauce, basil and oregano. In casserole dish, layer half each of cooked rice, bean mixture, broccoli and cheese. Cover; bake at 350 degrees for 30 to 40 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Let stand until cheese is melted.