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Ingredients

6 firm bananas, unpeeled
1/2 teaspoon of sugar
1 teaspoon of cinnamon

Directions

  1. Preheat the grill to medium/high heat.
  2. Meanwhile combine the sugar and cinnamon and prepare several toppings such as hot fudge, butterscotch or honey.
  3. Lay the unpeeled bananas on the grill and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, only turning once. The peels will be almost black when finished.
  4. Carefully remove the hot peels and toss the bananas into the sugar and cinnamon.
  5. Slice and serve while warm with a topping of choice.

Black Bean & Vegetable SoupIngredients

1 lb dried black beans (or other beans your choice)
8 cups water
1 ½ tsp salt
½ cup dry red wine
2 tsp dried basil
1 tsp dried marjoram
¼ tsp pepper
2 cups onions, chopped
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Creamy Carrot and Orange SoupIngredients

2 tablespoons of olive oil (you can substitute low-calorie spray for the olive oil)
3 leeks washed and sliced
1 lb carrots, washed, peeled and sliced
5 cups of chicken or vegetable stock
Juice of two oranges
Finely grated rind of two oranges
2/3 cup of plain yogurt
Salt and black pepper to taste
Chopped cilantro to garnish

Directions

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