Corn and Beans (Block #13)

Two hours later I have made quilt block #13, Corn and Beans. It was relatively easy to put together but has a lot of half square triangles.This quilt block project is really teaching me a lot. I am on my way to becoming a expert on half square triangles. A simple Google image search for Corn and Beans quilt reveals a lot of different variations and  color placements for Corn and Beans. This block looks like a lot of work but if you put a bunch together it really has a nice look to it.  Sometimes you have to just get a big picture view of something to see what it would look like instead of just one little piece of information.I particularly like the scrappy look for this block.  It seems this block was named after the some of the main crop staples of farmers. It is also a poplar design to paint on barns. See below to for what looks like delicious recipe from Rachel Ray.

 The block is done in all purples. My seams on two of the blocks are  are slightly off. 


The pattern link: http://quilterscache.com/C/CornandBeansBlock.html



And here's a recipe from Rachel Ray  for  Back Beans and Corn  salad that looks yummy, quick and easy. I have not made this but  do plan too. It for more color and /or texture you could used a little green pepper or cilantro.

Black Bean and Corn Salad

 

Ingredients

• 1 can, 14 ounces, black beans, rinsed and drained
• 2 cups frozen corn kernels
• 1 small red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
• 1/2 red onion, chopped
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin, half a palm full
• 2 teaspoons hot sauce, just eyeball the amount (recommended: Tabasco)
• 1 lime, juiced
• 2 tablespoons vegetable or olive oil, eyeball it
• Salt and pepper

Directions

Combine all ingredients in a bowl. Let stand at least 15 minutes for corn to fully defrost and flavors to combine, then toss and serve. The corn will also place a quick-chill on this easy side-salad as it defrosts -- no need to refrigerate

Website for recipe:  http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/rachael-ray/black-bean-and-corn-salad-recipe/index.html

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