Creole Butter Beans

By dashy_65

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/4 cup chopped celery
• 1/4 cup chopped green pepper
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1 cup water
• 2 cans (15 ounces each) butter beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 4-1/2 teaspoons chili sauce
• 1/4 teaspoon prepared mustard
• 1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Details

Servings 8
Adapted from tasteofhome.com

Preparation

Step 1

In a large saucepan, saute the onion, celery, green pepper and garlic in oil until onion is tender. Combine the flour, salt and pepper; sprinkle over onion mixture and stir until well blended. Cook 1 minute longer.

Gradually whisk in water. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Return to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes. Yield: 8 servings.

1/2 cup 113 cal,2g fat,25g carbs,6g fiber,6g protein