So last night I tortured myself.
I was hungry and I watched the television program, "The Best Thing I Ever Ate". It's a dangerous combination, especially since I'm so prone to the power of suggestion. One minute I want the roast duck, the next a giant Lobster cream puff!
Of course, I can't just up and run to these fabulous eating established all over the country...
{Believe me: I would if I could.}
...but I have literally BOUNDED to my fridge and pantry to concoct some outrageous meals at 9:30 at night.
I still remember the Avocado & Blue Cheese burgers...
Remember those, sweetheart?
They were at least 4-inches thick and beautiful.
{Sigh}
Come back, Olivia! Come back!
Okay, I'm back.
So this time I manage to pacify myself with a nectarine and a Cliff Kid Z Brownie Bar -don't knock it! It's one of my favorite go-to snacks and I don't think I'll ever get tired of it!
But, later, nestled in bed with "Catching Fire", I needed...something.
And here it is.
Mean Midnight Beans
Serves 1
Ingredients
1 can of low sodium pinto beans, drained of all but 1/3 cup liquid
1 small jalapeno or 1 1/2 tsp jalapeno, diced (I include the membranes and seeds too.)
1 small clove of garlic, diced
1/4 tsp red chili pepper flakes
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tbs. 2 % mozzerella cheese, shredded.
Directions
Place the beans in a bowl, including the reserved liquid.
Add the jalapeno, garlic, and red chili pepper flakes and heat in the microwave for 1 1/2 - 2 minutes.
Add salt and pepper to taste, and top with the cheese.
Heat until the cheese it melted and...
Enjoy!
