Zucchini and Cheese Tortilla Rolls

zucchini

zucchiniWhat You Need:

4 scallions, chopped
1 large zucchini, quartered lengthwise and cut into 1 inch slices
2 T fresh cilantro, chopped
1 yellow bell pepper, cored, seeded and cut into 1/2 inch strips
1 (8 oz.) pkg. mozzarella cheese, finely shredded and divided
1 (26 oz.) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
3 green chilies, stemmed, seeded and chopped
3 tomatoes, chopped
4 fresh oregano sprigs
4 whole wheat tortillas

How to Make It:

Spray a cast iron Dutch oven well with a non stick olive oil cooking spray.
Preset the oven temperature to 450 degrees.
Place the scallions in an even layer on the bottom of the pan.
Spread the zucchini slices over the scallions.
Sprinkle the zucchini evenly with the cilantro.
Lay the bell peppers over the zucchini.
Add half of the package of cheese.
Spread the pinto beans in an even layer over the cheese.
Add the green chilies and tomatoes.
Add the remaining cheese.
Place the oregano sprigs into the crevices of the other ingredients.
Lightly spray both sides of the tortillas with the olive oil cooking spray.
Cut the tortillas in half, roll each half closed and place in a single layer on top.
Cover the pan and bake for 35 minutes or until the vegetables are fork tender.

Makes 4 servings

To reduce the amount of saturated fats in this dish use a soy cheese substitute. Try other types of cheese such as cheddar or Monterey Jack if you prefer.

Preparation Time: approximately 15 minutes
Bake Time: approximately 35 minutes
Total Time: approximately 50 minutes

Nutritional Information: (approximate values per serving)
Calories 500; Fat 39g; Carbohydrates 66g; Cholesterol 50 mg; Sodium 153 mg; Protein 30g; Fiber 16g

Potato Oatmeal Wheat Yeast Rolls

potato-rolls

potato-rollsWhat You Need:

1/2 C potatoes, peeled and cubed
1/2 C quick cooking oats
1/2 C of butter, room temperature and divided
2 (1/4 oz.) pkgs. active dry yeast
1 C of warm water (115 degrees)
2 eggs
2/3 C of sugar
1 t salt
4 C of bread flour, divided
1 C of whole wheat flour

How to Make It:

In a saucepan put the potatoes and just cover with water.
Over high heat bring the water is brought to a brisk boil.
Boil the potatoes until very tender about 8 minutes.
Drain the potatoes saving 3 TBSP of the cooking water.
In a mixing bowl put the oats and add the 3 TBSP of potato water stirring until the mixture is crumbly.
Mash the potatoes in a mixing bowl and add 6 TBSP of the butter
Stir in the oat mixture until blended together.
In a mixing bowl put the yeast and stir in the water until the yeast is dissolved.
Add the eggs, sugar, salt, 2 C of the bread four and the potatoes to the yeast, stirring to mix in well.
The remaining bread flour is added with just enough wheat flour to form stiff dough.
Lightly flour a flat surface and lay the bread dough onto the flour.
The dough is kneaded 6 minutes or until smooth and elastic.
Place the dough into a non metallic bowl that has been well greased.
Coat all sides of the dough with the oil by turning it over once.
Cover with plastic wrap and chill overnight.
The oven is set to preheat to 350 degrees F
Grease two 9 inch round pans.
Put the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface.
Separate the dough into 32 equal size balls.
Place the balls into the round pans with the sides touching.
Bake in the preheated oven 25 minutes or until golden brown.
Put the rolls on wire racks to cool then brush with the remaining butter.

Makes 32 rolls

The tops of these rolls can be sprinkled with garlic butter or cinnamon sugar.