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Southwestern Lunch Wraps


Cost/Serving: $0.72
Yield: [8 servings] / Serving Size = 1 wrap
Ingredients:
1 cup cooked pinto beans (or canned, rinsed)
2 cups cooked black beans (or canned, rinsed)
2/3 cup frozen corn (or canned, drained)
2/3 cup canned diced tomatoes (drained)
8 (8-inch) whole wheat tortillas
1 cup shredded cheddar or pepper jack cheese
Optional: chili powder, minced garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper

Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Place beans, corn, tomatoes, and spices (if using) in large bowl and toss to mix. Add in cheese. Mix well.
2. Spoon the mixture evenly between the tortillas and roll up.
3. Bake for 10 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Tip: Make these wraps ahead of time and freeze until ready to use.

Adapted from USDA Mixing Bowl.

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