By Irene Hayton and Carol Song 2 cans (19 oz./540 ml) black beans, rinsed and drained 2 cups (500 ml) low-fat chicken broth 1½ teaspoons (7 ml) chili powder ¾ teaspoon (3 ml) ground cumin ¾ teaspoon (3 ml) sea salt ¼ teaspoon...

Besides being low in fat, beans are an excellent source of vegetable protein, B vitamins, fiber, iron, calcium, and other minerals. Most beans also have low glycemic values, so they can be included in low GI/moderately low-carb diets. When cooked...

By Carol Song 1 tablespoon (15 ml) butter or ghee 1 small onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup (250 ml) EACH chopped cauliflower, broccoli, and fennel root 1½ cups (375 ml) brown basmati rice, rinsed and drained 2½ cups...