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| 1 28-ounce can plum tomatoes, cut in pieces | | | | 1 teaspoon Cajun spice mix |
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| 1 tablespoon mild chili powder | | | | 1 cup bulgur |
| 2 teaspoon cumin | | | | 1 16-ounce can kidney beans |
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