Beans are rich in nutrients but low in fat so they make a very nourishing and healthy meal. If any of these particular beans are not available, simply replace them with one of the many different kinds of beans you can buy in supermarkets or food stores. You can also easily adjust the seasoning. Instead of mint you could use another fresh herb and instead of soy sauce you could add chilli sauce. Try different versions and see which you like.

Ingredients:

• 125 g (5 oz) cooked red kidney beans
• 125 g (5 oz) cooked white haricot beans
• 125 g (5 oz) cooked green Lima or broad beans
• 1 medium onion
• 2 cloves garlic
• 100 g (4 oz) mushrooms
• 1 red pepper
• 1 tin chopped tomatoes
• 5 ml (1 tsp) soy sauce
• 10 ml (2 tsp) chopped fresh mint
• freshly ground black pepper

Cooking instructions:

Chop the onion and garlic. Slice the mushrooms and red pepper. Put the onion and garlic with the tomatoes, soy sauce, fresh mint and black pepper in a large saucepan and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Add the mushrooms and red pepper and cook for a further 5 minutes. Add the beans and heat through thoroughly. Adjust the liquid if necessary, reducing it or adding a little water.