Are you making the most of beans? Beans are delicious and a great source of protein. They help protect your digestive system from cancer and provide sources of soluble fiber which has been linked to lower risk for heart disease and diabetes.

 

Cooking time: 30 minutes Ingredients: Yield: 4 servings • 1/2 15 oz can (1/2 cup) black beans, rinsed and drained • 2 tsp chili powder • 1 tsp ground cumin • 1 pickled jalapeno minced, optional • 1 cup prepared salsa • 4 8-inch flour tortillas • 1 cup cooked, shredded chicken breast • 2 oz shredded Mexican cheese blend or reduced fat Monterey Jack cheese • 1/2 cup chopped scallions

	Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
	Coat shallow baking pan with non-stitch cooking spray and set aside.
	In large bowl, combine beans, chili powder, cumin, jalapeno and 1/2 cup salsa.
	Mash with fork until blended.
	Spoon mixture onto center of each tortilla. Place chicken over bean mixture.
	Roll up tortillas, fold in ends and place side by side in bottom of prepared pan.
	Top with salsa, cheese, and scallions.
	Cover with foil and bake 20 minutes.
	Uncover and bake l0 more minutes, until cheese is golden.

Source: American Cancer Society