Foospiration June 25, 2008

Thought:
The Lord gives us a spirit of hope and a feeling of comfort and confidence that we can overcome the obstacles we face. He has shown the way to gain strength during our struggles. With His assistance, we have the ability to succeed. Listen to His words of counsel and comfort: “Fear not, little children, for you are mine, and I have overcome the world and none of them that my Father hath given me shall be lost.”
–L. Lionel Kendrick,

Recipe:
Seven Layer Tortilla Pie

•2 (15 ounce) cans pinto beans, drained and rinsed
•1 cup salsa, divided
•2 cloves garlic, minced
•2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
•1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
•1/2 cup chopped tomatoes
•7 (8 inch) flour tortillas
•2 cups shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese
•1 cup salsa
•1/2 cup sour cream
•DIRECTIONS
•Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
•In a large bowl, mash pinto beans. Stir in 3/4 cup salsa and garlic.
•In a separate bowl, mix together 1/4 cup salsa, cilantro, black beans and tomatoes.
•Place 1 tortilla in a pie plate or tart dish. Spread 3/4 cup pinto bean mixture over tortilla to within 1/2 inch of edge. Top with 1/4 cup cheese, and cover with another tortilla. Spread with 2/3 cup black bean mixture, and top with 1/4 cup cheese. Repeat layering twice. Cover with remaining tortilla, and spread with remaining pinto bean mixture and cheese. Cover with foil, and bake in preheated oven for about 40 minutes. Cut into wedges, and serve with salsa and sour cream.