Recipes for the Soul------Pita Love

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Pita Love

Servings: 8Ingredients:1/2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil1 cup fresh bean sprouts, rinsed and drained1/4 cup chopped green onion1/8 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1/8 cup sliced black olives1/8 cup sliced carrots1/8 cup sliced celery1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper1 cup cooked black beans, rinsed and drained4 whole wheat pita breads, cut into quarters1/8 cup sunflower seeds2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese1/2 cup sour cream, for topping1/4 cup chopped fresh chivesDirections:1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Saute bean sprouts, onions, mushrooms and olives until tender, about 3 minutes. Reduce heat to low, and add the carrots, celery, ginger, salt and pepper. Cook for a few more minutes to blend the flavors. The carrots and celery should remain crisp. Stir the black beans and sunflower seeds into the skillet, and cook just until heated through. Remove from heat.2. Meanwhile, prop open each pita using a toothpick, place some of the shredded cheese inside, and heat in the microwave for about 30 seconds, or until cheese has melted. Set aside.3. Spoon vegetable mixture into the pita triangles, and remove toothpicks. Garnish with sour cream and chives.

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