Tuesday 1 July 2008

Aduki Bean and Chestnut Pie

Ingredients
170gms Aduki Beans, soaked for 8 hours
400g tin Pureed Chestnuts
2 Red Peppers
1 tbs Olive Oil
4 Cloves Garlic
2 tbs Red Wine Vinegar
400g tin Chopped Tomatoes
2 tsp Mixed Dried Herbs
4oz fresh Breadcrumbs
1teasp Tabasco
4 tbs Soy Sauce
Salt and Pepper
Shortcrust or Flaky Pastry
Method
Drain, rinse and cook beans in plenty of water till tender.
Mash.
Dice peppers, chop garlic and fry both, covered, gently for 15 mins.
Add tomatoes and herbs, then mix in beans and chestnuts.
Season well.
Add rest of ingredients to obtain a moist mixture.
Place mixture in pie dish and cover with shortcrust or flaky pastry.
Brush with milk or beaten egg. Bake at 375°F, 180°C, Gas Mark 5 for 40mins or until the pastry is golden.
Serve hot.
This mixture will serve 4 generously and can be used to make one very large or several smaller pies.

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