Parsnip and Butter Bean Crepes Recipe

Summary

Difficulty LevelEasyHealth IndexHealthy
CuisineCourse
MethodVegetarian
Interest GroupHealthy

Ingredients

 Plain flour3/4 Cup (16 tbs) (Crepes)
 3 eggs, lightly beaten
 Water1 Tablespoon (Crepes)
 Skim milk1 Cup (16 tbs) (Crepes)
 1 cup cooked parsnip
 Butter beans1 Cup (16 tbs), drained (Filling)
 1/2 cup low-fat ricotta cheese
 Garlic1 Clove (5gm), crushed (Filling)
 Lemon juice2 Tablespoon, squeezed (Filling)
 Parsley2 Tablespoon, chopped (Filling)
 Tomato puree3/4 Cup (16 tbs) (Sauce)
 Dry white wine2 Tablespoon (Sauce)
 Ground black pepper1/4 Teaspoon (Sauce)

Directions

1. Sift flour into a medium bowl, make a well in the center, add combined eggs, water and milk, gradually whisk mixture into flour until batter is smooth. Strain batter if there are any lumps.
2. Heat a crepe pan over medium heat, brush lightly with oil. Pour 3-4 tablespoons of batter evenly into pan, cook crepe until golden, turn with spatula and cook until light and golden on the other side. Repeat with remaining batter.
3. To make filling, combine-parsnip, beans, ricotta cheese, garlic, lemon juice and parsley with a fork, mash well. Spread filling inside each crepe and fold up.
4. To make sauce, combine tomato puree with white wine and pepper in a medium saucepan over moderate heat, cook until sauce is hot. Serve with crepes.
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