all the rave

~We are indeed much more than what we eat, but what we eat can nevertheless help us to be much more than what we are.~ 

-Adelle Davis

I have heard about Black Bean Brownies for a couple weeks now, but haven't had a chance to make them.  I found this vegan recipe online, and am challenging you all to make them and report back! Apparently they are divine, and you can't taste the black beans at all, but get the nutritional benefits! :) Keep me posted!

Vegan Black Bean Brownies

Ingredients:

• 15 ounces black beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 whole bananas
• ⅓ cup agave nectar
• ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa
• 1 tbsp cinnamon
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ¼ cup raw sugar (optional)
• ¼ cup instant oats 

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 350F. Grease an 8x8" pan and set aside. Combine all ingredients, except oats, in a food processor or blender and blend until smooth, scrapping sides as needed. Stir in the oats and pour batter into the pan. Bake approx 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow to cool before slicing.  Note: if you find these brownies are too soft or too fudgey, add another 1/4 cup oats or flour.