(NAPSA)—Here’s food for ij =--—"“™. LL Eee , x * a . las Peat 7 i thought: Studies consistently show that diets low in meat and high in plant foods are associated with reduced rates of cancer, heart disease and obesity. Now, the latest evidence from Harvard School of Public Health demonstrates that plant protein, specifically peanuts and peanut butter, also reduces type 2 diabetesrisk. This new study found that sub- i J stituting a serving of peanuts or iritti 1 peanut butter for one of processed 2 or red meat, once a day, reduced diabetes risk by 11 to 21 percent. To celebrate this great news, The Peanut Institute partnered with Meatless Monday and the Natural Gourmet Institute to cre- ate a #PickPeanutProtein recipe contest. “Peanuts are a nutritious, delicious and convenient food to swap for meat in your Meatless Monday meals and throughout the week,” says Diana Rice, a registered dieti- tian on staff with Meatless Monday. The winning recipe, Peanut Butter Chili with Pinto Beans, packs a big 24 grams of plant protein and 14 gramsof fiber per serving. Peanut Butter Chili with Pinto Beans (Yield: 8-10 servings) 1 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 1 large yellow onion, diced 1 red bell pepper, diced 1 Tablespoon sweet paprika 1 1 1 1 Tablespoon choppedgarlic teaspoon smokedpaprika teaspoon ground mustard teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 1 teaspoon dried basil 1 teaspoon turmeric 1 Tablespoon tomato paste 9 Packed with protein and good taste, Peanut Butter Chili with Pinto Beans can be your go-to meal on Meatless Monday and any other day. Fresh basil and cilantro, chopped 1 teaspoonsea salt 1 teaspoon black pepper Optional toppings: avocado, radishes, cilantro, toasted peanuts Heatoil in a large pot over medium-low heat. Add onion and saut until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add bell pepper, cook until softened. Stir in the first eight spices and cook for 1 minute. Stir in tomato paste. Add all remainingingredients. Bring to a boil, then simmerfor about 45 minutes, or until beans are soft and chili has thickened. Learn More Visit www. peanutpower.org, www.meatlessmonday.com and www.naturalgourmetinstitute.com for many moredelicious plant and peanut-poweredrecipes. Meatless Mondayis a nonprofit campaign that seeks to improve personal health and the health of the 1 28-ounce can whole tomatoes, mashed, with planet with a simple message, “One 3 cups pinto beans, soaked ing health-focused culinary school in New York City, focusing on plantbased whole foods cuisine. The Peanut Institute is a nonprofit organization that supports nutrition juices overnight(or 3 15-0z cans) 1 large sweet potato, diced 1 cup peanut butter 6 cups vegetable stock 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce day a week, cut out meat.” The Natural GourmetInstitute is a lead- research and educational programs to encourage healthylifestyles.
