Slow Down Sunday

"Come near to God

and He will come near to you..."

(James 4:8)

Today has been a really slow and relaxing day.  I am super thankful for that because my allergies are KILLING me!!! 

Days like to day remind of how I am *thankful for* sloooow cookers.  You can toss food in it, turn it on, & come back later and BAM! your meal is ready.

Meditterranean Legume Casserole

5 servings

3 medium carrots, chopped

1 onion, chopped

1 cup of water

2 teaspoons of sugar

1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon pepper

1 (28 oz can) diced tomatoes, do not drain

1 (15 oz can) garbanzo beans, rinsed & drained

1 (16 oz can) tomato paste (Italian style)

2 cloves of garlic, finely chopped

1 1/2 cups cut green beans

1 cup uncooked elbow macaroni

1/2 cup Parmesan

1. Mix all ingredients except green beans, macaroni, and Parmesan into the slow cooker.

2. Cook on low heat for 6 to 8 hours.

3. Add green beans and macaroni.  Increase heat to high.  Cook until beans and macaroni is tender (abotu 20 minutes).  Sprinkle with cheese.

4. YUM!