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Black Beans
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November is National Diabetes Month. This disease affects millions of Americans, some who do not even know they have this potentially deadly illness.

There are many signs and symptoms of diabetes. If you or a loved one has a family history of diabetes, constant thirst, frequent urination, and frequent bouts of fatigue please tell them to see their doctor. There is much a person can do through diet to control their blood sugar levels. It is keeping blood sugar levels in the normal range that prevents damage to a body.

In the spirit of National Diabetes Month we have a recipe that is high in taste, low in sugar, and satisfying for the taste buds! Black Beans is simple to prepare as a dinner or lunch entree. Add a green salad and you have a complete meal.

What you need:

• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 whole fresh tomato, diced
• 1 can of black beans
• 1/2 cup of medium spiced salsa
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon of cumin
• Rice according to package directions- optional

What you do:

1. Heat oil in a heavy pot for one minute. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute. Add diced tomato and simmer on medium to low heat, until the tomato is fully cooked ( about 5 minutes).
2. Add black beans, bay leaf, salsa, and cumin to the tomato mixture, stir and simmer covered for 10 minutes.
3. Serve either with or without rice. Top with fat-free sour cream and low fat shredded cheese.

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