Country Veggie Bake

Makes 6 servings at
280 calories each

1 to 2 T. olive oil

2 carrots, peeled, halved lengthwise and sliced

2 onions, chopped

1 to 2 cloves garlic, chopped

1 c. mushrooms, quartered

15-oz. can black beans, drained and rinsed

14-oz. can vegetable or chicken broth

1 c. frozen corn

1/2 c. pearled barley, uncooked

1/4 c. bulghur wheat, uncooked

1/3 c. fresh parsley, snipped

1 c. shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté carrots and onions until tender. Stir in garlic and mushrooms; sauté for 3 minutes. Combine mixture with remaining ingredients except cheese. Spoon into a greased 2-quart casserole dish. Bake, covered, at 350 degrees for one hour, stirring once after 30 minutes. Top with cheese. Cover and let stand 5 minutes, or until cheese melts.

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