Southwestern Style Lunch with Sweet Cornbread

I saw this recipe on Bleubird the other day and was so excited to try it. Today when I finally got to it, though, I decided not to follow the recipe and just use the same ingredients. I think what I did is probably pretty similar to Miss James' recipe. The one thing I definitely did differently was the sour cream - I just left mine plain. Don't be frightened by the huge ingredients list - it looks like a complicated recipe, but it was really easy. Except for the beans, it only took about half an hour, and that's because I was still making it up. Anyway, here's how it goes. 

Ingredients: 

• Bell peppers 
• Onion
• Garlic
• Cumin powder - 1 tsp. 
• Curry powder - 1/2 tsp.
• Salsa - I used about 1/2 cup for two servings. 
• Black beans - if you're using fresh beans, be sure to start these in advance!
• Avocado
• Lemon juice 
• Shredded cheese - I recommend cheddar or pepperjack for an extra kick
• Sour cream 
• Corn bread - I used this recipe for sweet corn bread, and it's my favorite so far. 

First, chop up the peppers, onion, and garlic (or get a spoonful from the jar, if it's not fresh - that's what I did). Toss them in a pan with some olive oil, cumin, and curry powder, cover, and let steam. 

While your veggies are sauteeing, cut up your avocado and toss it in a bowl with some lemon juice to keep it from browning.

Once your veggies are tender, toss in salsa and black beans. Let them sit over the heat for a little while longer to soak in the flavor. 

To put together your meal: Place your [preferably hot] cornbread in a bowl. Toss in your bean/veggie mixture,   top with shredded cheese and let it melt for a minute or two. Then add some chopped avocados and sour cream. Enjoy! 

Love,

Scout