Pirate Surprise -- its what's for dinner!

Arrgh!  What's for dinner? 

If I was a pirate, I would be eating plenty or else starving.  While at sea for long periods, fresh foold would be scarce.  But while docked in areas like the Caribbean, then the pirates would often have plenty of food on which to feast.

OK.  This isn't REAL pirate food, but you can tell your kids it is!  If they like beans, this casserole is sure to be a pleasure.  Underneath the cheese is treasure to be found!  Its tasty and fast to prepare.  

Pirates Surprise


Ingredients:

• 1 whole onion -- chopped
• 2 whole carrots -- chopped
• ½ cup celery diced
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• 1 can corn drained
• 3 cups kidney beans, canned drained and rinsed
• 16 ounces tomatoes, canned
• 1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce
• 1 ½ teaspoon italian seasoning
• ⅔ cup cheddar cheese shredded

Directions: Use food processor to prepare vegetables. Cook onion, pepper, celery and garlic in small amount of water until tender. Combine with remaining ingredients, except cheese. Break tomatoes into smaller pieces with spoon. Place in a 2-quart casserole or Dutch oven. Sprinkle cheese on top. Cover dish and bake in 350° F. oven 25 to 30 minutes.  Alternatively (and this is my favorite way when I'm in a hurry and have not planned dinner): Microwave on High for 7 minutes. (Uncover dish if you wish a thicker mixture.)
(Serves 6)

Serve with a Salad and maybe some bread and you have a complete meal!