Creole Kidney Beans

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This native creole dish can be made with kidney beans or almost any type of bean. Serve it as a side dish or as a tasty entree over hot brown rice.

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Steps

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Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

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Lightly oil a 1 3 / 4 quart casserole or spray with a nonstick cooking spray.

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Heat vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.

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Add onion , bell pepper , and garlic.

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Cook , stirring frequently , 5 minutes.

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Add remaining ingredients to skillet.

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Cook , stirring frequently , 5 minutes more.

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Spoon mixture into prepared casserole.

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Cover tightly and bake 45 minutes.

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Remove and discard bay leaf before serving.

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Ingredients

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vegetable oil, onions, green bell peppers, garlic cloves, water, tomato paste, kidney beans, raisins, brown sugar, curry powder, vegetable broth, bay leaf