Black and White Beans with Orzo

This dish is delicious and fairly easy in preparation. I strayed from the directions ever so slightly and rather than steam the veggies I add them into the bean mixture instead, choosing to only steam the frozen green beans. This recipe calls for Curry powder to be added into the Orzo but lends only a mild Curry flavor. My hubby does not like traditional Curry dishes but enjoys this dish each time. So if you are not a fan of Curry give this one a try anyway as final flavoring is delicious and not overwhelmingly Curried.

Black and White Beans with Orzo (adapted from Low Fat Ways to Cook Vegetarian)

Olive oil
1 medium/large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (15oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15oz) can Cannelloni beans (white kidney beans), rinsed and drained
2 1/4 cups veggie broth (divided)
1/2 tsp ground cumin powder
1 cup uncooked orzo
2 tsp curry powder
1/4 tsp ground red pepper
2 medium zucchini, chopped
2 cups cauliflower flowerets
2 cups frozen green beans

Bring 1 3/4 cups veggie broth to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add orzo, curry powder and red pepper. Reduce heat and simmer ~ 10 minutes until most of liquid is absorbed and orzo is tender. Stir often to prevent sticking.

Add olive oil to large skillet over med-high heat. Add onion and garlic, saute 5 minutes. Stir in beans, zucchini, cauliflower and 1/2 cup veggie broth. Cover and simmer 15 minutes, stirring frequently.

Meanwhile steam green beans in separate saucepan.

Add steamed green beans to bean mixture and serve over orzo.