Better 2nd Time Around

So, the white chili I made (In A Pinch, Make This Dish!) is absolutely wonderful on baked potato, topped with melted cheese! I needed a side, to round things out and make a starving hubby happy. So, garlic bread was in order, but it had to be hardy. Here is my spin on garlic bread, and let me assure you, it is simply fantastic!

Good Gracious! Garlic Bread

2 Tbsp mayonnaise 1/4 C grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 C grated Cheddar cheese

2 tsp dried minced garlic 1 Tbsp garlic aioli (squeeze tube garlic) 1 (1 pound) loaf Italian bread

Directions:

1.	Preheat the broiler.
2.	In a medium bowl, mix the mayonnaise, cheeses and garlic until thick.
3.	Slice the Italian bread in half lengthwise and spread each half with mayonnaise mixture. Place halves on a medium baking sheet.
4.	Broil 2 to 5 minutes, checking frequently, until mixture is bubbling and golden brown.

In A Pinch, Make This Dish!

I had it all planned out. I was going to make chili dogs for dinner. It was easy, the kids would be happy, and because it's quick, the hubby would be happy. So, imagine my annoyance, when I realized I didn't have the chili. I was so sure I had it... oh well. Now what? Well, I had a lot of canned beans, why not make my own?

I searched the internet for a meatless chili that wouldn't take too long to make. Most of the recipes, I was missing an ingredient or two. So, I just had to wing it and this is what I came up with...

Quick Meatless White Chili

• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 tsp minced garlic
• 1 (15-oz) cans Great Northern beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 (15-oz)can garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
• 2 C beef broth (I used Better Than Bouillon)
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano
• 1/4 C chopped cilantro
• 1 (4-oz) can diced green chilies, drained
• 1 (14-oz) can white sweet corn, drained

Coat a large pot with nonstick cooking spray, then saute the onion and garlic over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, until tender. Stir frequently so vegetables don’t stick. Add everything to the pot: the beans, beef broth, chili powder, cumin, oregano, green chilies, and corn. Stir to combine. Remove 1 1/2 C. and blend in a blender or food processor until smooth. Return to pot and add cilantro. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cook for 20 minutes. Garnish with a dollop of sour cream.