Peter`s Adzuki Bean Casserole

1 c Dried adzuki beans

1 ts Olive oil

1 md Onion; chopped

2 Granny Smith Apples; cored

-and chopped (not peeled) 1 md Green bell pepper; seeded &

-chopped 1 Bay leaf

1/4 ts Basil

1/2 ts Sea salt

1/2 ts Tamari Soy sauce (more or

-less) Soak dried adzuki beans in 3 cups cold water for 24 hours OR, in an emergency, use 3 cups boiled water for at least 2 hours. Drain beans completely and boil for 45 minutes in 2 cups fresh water or until tender. Saute chopped onion in 1 ts olive oil 1 minute. Add bell pepper, saute 1 minute. Add apple and saute until onions are transluscent. Drain beans and mix in vegetables. Season with basil, sea salt and soy sauce. Oil a small casserole dish and pour in mixture. Embed bay leaf into top of beans and bake at 375?F. for 45 minutes. Serve with rice and a little salad for a delicious and healthy meal! Tastes even better the next day! -----