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Black Bean and Ham Flautas These flour tortilla flautas are pan fried instead of deep fried, making them less heavy with a very flavorful filling of black beans and leftover ham. Add the garnishes and a side salad for an easy and delicious dinner. MAKES 2 SERVINGS
Olive oil 1 1 ⁄2 cups cooked black beans or a (15-ounce) can of black beans, rinsed and drained
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cup green salsa
Juice of 1 lime 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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Garnish: cilantro, sour cream, avocado, salsa
3 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and coarsely chopped
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or until golden brown andbread, crisp. Serve two bagel, per plate garnishor slider bun) Bread (sliced baguette, roll,and croissant with any or all of the following: chopped cilantro, drizzle of sour Additional mayonnaise and/or mustard (optional) cream, avocado slices and salsa. Additional pickled vegetables (optional) — Krista Harris Lettuce Combine the eggs, mayonnaise, seasoning and additions and mix until incorporated but with a still chunky texture. Taste and add 16 | EDIBLE SANTA BARBARA SUMMER 2021 more seasoning or additions if needed.
