Kidney beans
High in vitamin C, tasty and satisfying, kidney beans are a good basis for many meals. Try them as a healthier replacement for mince in your favourite pasta dishes, nachos or vegetable bakes. They are available dried in the bulk bins at your supermarket, but start with a can of kidney beans and you can have a delicious meal ready in no time.

Kidney Bean Bolognaise
1 can kidney beans, drained
2 cans flavoured chopped tomatoes (or use plain chopped tomatoes and add your favourite herbs and spices)
1 onion, chopped
1 large carrot, cut into rounds
1 courgette, sliced
½ capsicum, chopped
2 cloves garlic, crushed
½ - 1 tsp chilli powder (or more if you are a chilli fiend)
Fresh herbs to top if you have them

1. Fry the onion and garlic in a large pan.
2. Add the carrot, courgette and capsicum, and cook for 3 minutes.
3. Stir in the kidney beans, tomatoes and chilli powder. Simmer for 10-15 minutes.
4. Serve with grated cheese and fresh herbs on spaghetti or your favourite pasta. Serves four.

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