Recipezaar: One-Dish Meal,Beans recipes

Dairy-Free Pizza Casserole

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 02:13:02 -0400

We get together with friends every week for dinner and one of them doesn't eat dairy. This recipe is based on Rosemary Black's "Make-Ahead Pizza Casserole" from the April 2009 issue of Parenting magazine. -- posted by Blue_Milkshake

Three Sisters Casserole

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 11:46:29 -0400

The American Indians in this region call corn, beans, and squash the 'Three Sisters' becasue, when planted together, the nourish eachother and protect eachother from garden pests. I reccomend Acorn or Pattypan squash. The squash in this recipe can, however be sustituted with potatoes. Still delicious! -- posted by Elspaghetti

Beefy Hoppin' John - Hopping John

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 03:07:54 -0400

Hoppin john is a famous Southern dish made with black-eyed peas and rice and usually served with rice as a side dish. The addition of beef strips transforms it into a hearty main dish. From an old newspaper clipping. -- posted by Molly53

One Pot Cajun Pumpkin

Sat, 04 Jul 2009 13:48:09 -0400

Great served with a corn bread muffin or fresh crusty bread. A flavour filled vegetarian dinner, enjoyed by the meatlover in our family also. -- posted by Stardustannie

Caribbean-Style Rice and Beans

Sat, 04 Jul 2009 14:36:24 -0400

Almost every ethnicity includes a rice-and-beans dish as part of its cooking tradition. In Jamaica and throughout much of the Caribbean, the favored dish is known as "rice and peas," and is remarkable for its use of savory spices and coconut milk. -- posted by Tony Spataro

Healthy Sweet & Tangy Chicken Delight

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 14:11:42 -0400

Something I put together combining aspects different recipes. This recipe resembles many "enchilda" chicken dishes seen on zaar, with one particular difference being the use of yogurt. This adds to the protein of the meal as well as the flavor while not adding to the calories that heavy or sour cream would. An odd substitute you might say? Not at all, many Indian curry recipes use it as a healthy substitute for cream. The 'tang' of the yogurt blends well with the sweet salsa and combines harmoniously with the natural sweet & tangy flavor of the fresh cilantro. Please enjoy! -- posted by Chef #1315437

Rice With Pigeon Peas - Arroz Con Gandules

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 15:23:29 -0400

This is one of my favorite Puerto Rican rice recipe. I love pigeon peas. You can find sazon and pigeon peas in the hispanic section of the grocery store. Pigeon Peas are Puerto Rico's national dish. This recipe is from About.com. -- posted by 1PugMom2

Karen's Black Bean Lasagna

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 16:17:51 -0400

This is a great recipe adapted from one I found in Gourmet Magazine years ago. It is a good vegetarian dish but hearty enough that meat lovers will enjoy it too. You can substitute 2 jars of spaghetti sauce to make it more quickly. Enjoy! -- posted by karenj

White Bean & Spinach Souffles With Shrimp Cardinale

Tue, 07 Jul 2009 11:07:45 -0400

I have seen a lot of recipes for White Bean & Spinach Soups & Stews but nothing like these! You don't have to worry about over-filling or overflowing the souffle cups. The spinach and white bean base makes them quite stable. These are WOW :) dishes and don't need too much with them! Perhaps a nice bottle of wine, a mixed greens salad and bread sticks & some fresh fruit as a dessert. CuisineAtHome.com, April 2009 issue. -- posted by Manami

Black Bean Enchiladas With Warm Salsa Verde

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 15:18:30 -0400

With tangy tomatillos softened by creamy avocado in a Warm Salsa Verde, this Southwestern-inspired dish qualifies as contemporary comfort food. Fresh tomatillos are available in the produce section of most grocery stores. Look for firm, unblemished fruit inside a papery husk. Adapted from Rachael Ray 30-Minute Meals. Published in the June 2004 issues of Vegetarian Times. -- posted by Wish I Could Cook

Three Meat Baked Beans

Tue, 14 Jul 2009 11:54:19 -0400

Savory and sweet! Start with a couple of cans of pork and beans and add Polish sausage, ground beef and bacon to make a quick and easy inexpensive meal. A little brown sugar and molasses adds just the right amound of sweetness. I've also used dark corn syrup when I don't have molasses. -- posted by mailbelle

Vegan Spag Bol (Spaghetti Bolognase)

Sun, 19 Jul 2009 15:57:31 -0400

This is a yummy, easy to make and healthy meal. You could add extra ingredients, experiment with different seasonings.. make an extra big pot and freeze some for another day! I 'invented' this today, and it is so good I had to post the recipe before I forget it! -- posted by Tamarisk

Cold Dog Salad

Sun, 19 Jul 2009 21:03:30 -0400

A cold pasta salad using everything on a hotdog but the bun! Works great on a bed of lettuce as a meal or as a side dish for a picnic. -- posted by Chef #1302768

15-Minute Beef and Bean Chili Skillet

Mon, 20 Jul 2009 10:43:26 -0400

Stovetop skillet cooking is especially handy for quick meals. This dinner will only take a few minutes to prepare but it rewards with a big bold taste. Serve it up for a weekend meal along with a tossed green salad and you will have a sure winner. -- posted by Feast Your Eyes!

Vegetarian Black Bean, Corn and Zucchini Enchiladas

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 12:52:33 -0400

My friend Stephanie gave me this recipe and she got it out of a magazine, but I don't know which one! My kids actually like this so much that they fight over who gets to eat the leftovers!! It's so easy to make too. I'm sure you can use canned enchilada sauce, but if you do make the sauce in this recipe, it sure is tasty! -- posted by Not-a-Chef #1

Low-Fat Black Bean-Pasta Salad (Vegan)

Thu, 23 Jul 2009 01:42:35 -0400

This colorful creation has a lot more flavor and a lot less fat than traditional pasta salad. It's easy to throw together, and with lots of vegetables and vegetarian protein it can be served as a light entree or a hearty side dish, perfect for potlucks, picnics or packed lunches. It can easily be made gluten-free by subbing gluten-free pasta. -- posted by Prose

Fastest Lunch or Dinner Ever! (Healthy Too, W/Black Beans)

Thu, 23 Jul 2009 01:45:17 -0400

Forget wasting time waiting in the McD's line. This healthy dish is more delicious, nutritious, and fast. All 4 of my kids love this because it is mild, not like most black bean dishes. To be sure, it is simple and plain, but sometimes that is the best. It can be supplemented with as many things as you can imagine--grilled chicken pieces, cheese, cilantro, tomato, black olives, green onions, etc., but we all love it just like this. -- posted by annlouise

Kokopelli Anasazi Beans With Sun Dried Tomatoes

Fri, 24 Jul 2009 12:35:12 -0400

Found this on Blog by Kokopelli's Kitchen. Heaven for Southwest Food Freaks! -- posted by Magic Mushroom

Sweetened Garlic Chickpea Carrot Onion Tortilla

Fri, 24 Jul 2009 14:08:24 -0400

A delicious tortilla filled with savory and sweet ingredients. Filling and substantial. Try dipping in maple syrup for a new flavor. -- posted by Kate the Magnificent

Nacho Beef Bake

Sun, 26 Jul 2009 13:42:04 -0400

From June/July 2009 Taste of Home Healthy Cooking. Haven't tried it yet, but looks good. -- posted by CindySe

Black Bean, Sweet Potato Chili

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 18:56:02 -0400

This recipe has a savory delicious taste and the avocados add a nice creamy texture! This is one of our family favorites! -- posted by GoodNurture

Island Style Rice and Beans

Tue, 28 Jul 2009 17:17:07 -0400

I found this on a OAMC website, which credits Healthy Meals in Minutes for this recipe. This was pretty easy, and nummy. This could also probably be made in a rice cooker (especially after thawing a frozen batch). I did the stovetop cooking for my two batches separately, since I was baking one batch for dinner and freezing the second. This worked out well for me. -- posted by CraftScout

Semi-Homemade Beef and Bean Burritos

Wed, 29 Jul 2009 02:18:38 -0400

A relatively inexpensive and quick burrito recipe I "invented" on a whim. I had never made burritos before and decided to wing it. Now I make these regularly and my friends love them! If you can find flavored tortillas, give those a try! And feel free to use spicy re-fried beans for variation. -- posted by Joseph Johnson

Pinto Bean Soup With Cornmeal Dumplings

Mon, 03 Aug 2009 11:40:05 -0400

Always on the hunt for simple but satisfying meals that don't burden me with a chiller full of leftovers. This recipe is an adaptation of a recipe published by Taste of Home's Cooking for 2 magazine and would work well with black beans. 6 points on the WW Momentum Plan as per the Recipe Builder. -- posted by justcallmetoni

Spaghetti Gone Garbanzo!

Mon, 03 Aug 2009 12:00:18 -0400

This is a great Mediterranean dish that might even be good with a squeeze of lemon juice, but keep in mind that the olives give it a delightfully tart flavor. -- posted by SamiBTX

Greek-Style Baked Beans (Fassolia or Gigantes)

Thu, 06 Aug 2009 11:25:25 -0400

Inspired by several similar recipes on here, this is my own take, comprised of pantry items I had on hand. -- posted by DrGaellon

Garlicky Spaghetti With Beans & Greens

Fri, 07 Aug 2009 02:43:27 -0400

I found this in a Cooking Light magazine. It's quick & easy! My kids (8 & 10) even liked it, but using 1 tsp of red pepper made it almost too spicey for them. It's an interesting combination of textures & flavors - the beans make it 'feel' earthy! -- posted by WhatsCookinGoodLookin?!

Mexican Salad

Fri, 07 Aug 2009 03:04:11 -0400

This is definitely a family favorite. It tastes just as good as a vegetarian dish, substituting more kidney beans for the ground beef. -- posted by Chef #1344272

Sausage and Bean Soup

Fri, 07 Aug 2009 10:11:01 -0400

This is a great and versatile soup that can be modified in so many ways to fit your tastes. Awesome comfort food, easy to prepare, and tastes great served right away or leftover. Use whatever sausage you like (I like Italian best), add pasta, barley, etc. Serve with crusty bread and a salad for a really nice meal. -- posted by saratogaslim

Ham & Bean Crock-Pot Throw

Sun, 09 Aug 2009 21:03:04 -0400

Ham, pinto beans and whatever else you wanna throw in there .. its cooking in my crock pot now but when its done ill up date as to how the taste was what could have been done better ... i chose the following to throw in.. *** serve with sweet corn bread nice and hot YUM! -- posted by Chef Mami G

Picnic Beans & Wienies Comfort Cafe Style

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 17:39:29 -0400

I've made these beans for years. Very kid pleasing! Will serve 6 unless Bart is there! Great at home, too. Serve chilled, warmed or room temp. I like to have Texas toast with these. Hope you like them! -- posted by AuntSana

Extreme Chicken

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 03:13:04 -0400

What kid wouldn't love to eat chili cheese tater tots with some chicken thrown in for dinner?! My kids gobble this up when I make it! For more great recipes, check out my blog http://butmamaimhungry.blogspot.com -- posted by Country Cookin' Mama

Masala Dal (Adapted from Julie Sahni)

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 03:13:57 -0400

One of my favorite recipes -- posted by Chef #1354928

Easy Cheesy Vegan Burgers

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 13:18:38 -0400

Vegan Black Beans Easy Save for later Quick Meal -- posted by ZiggyStarDust

Italian Sausage Bean Bake

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 17:02:23 -0400

Bring out the dinner rolls and some fresh greens! Your favourite pasta sauce, such as spicy tomato or basil, combined with navy or kidney beans for a quick dinner. Canadian Living 2004 Issue. -- posted by daisygrl64

Black-Eyed Pea & Hambone Soup

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 11:52:35 -0400

This one is a favorite in our house. It is low cost, healthy with the vegies & peas & puts a lowly hambone (preferably with some good gristly bits & meat clinging to it) to great use. Don't fear the grisstly connective tissue - it cooks down & gives wonderful body to the soup/stew. Seriously. Giving the hambone a nice browning in the pot is key to getting a rich flavorful brown soup. Serve with a good crispy cornbread for a wonderful meal. Even better when made a day ahead of time - doubles well. -- posted by Buster's friend

Traditional Minestrone Soup (Easy and Delicious)

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 12:02:38 -0400

I came up with this recipe after I couldn't find a minestrone recipe that I liked. This one is very simple and delicious, with ingredients that are easy to find. But the great thing about minestrone is that you can use whatever you have on hand. And because the main ingredients are vegetables and beans you can adjust the recipe to fit any dietary needs such as vegetarian or low-sodium. -- posted by JoeyV

Shrimp With Black Beans, Okra & Fresh Corn

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 12:20:16 -0400

Quick and delicious, satisfies my desire for Shrimp, Okra and Grits without all the calories. -- posted by Rachael's Kitchen Goodies

Mile-High Salsa Pie

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 01:03:49 -0400

My family LOVED this recipe and it's so simple and quick. It was on the back of the Old El Paso Soft Taco Bake dinner kit box. -- posted by Mary (Chef #1358973)

16 Bean and Kale Soup

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 02:05:37 -0400

This is a heart warming healthy comfort food for every season! Enjoy as either a main or side dish. -- posted by Palmen

Meatballs With Chick Peas & Preserved Lemon -- Morocco

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 02:18:14 -0400

This recipe is one of my family's all time favourite meals. We used to make this with ground lamb or beef but decided that it was healthier (& just as tasty) to use chicken instead. You need plenty of fresh crusty bread to mop the delicious sauce up with. Sometimes I double up on the meatball ingredients & freeze half of the prepared meatballs to make it easier next time I cook this dish! -- posted by Um Safia

Leanne's Red Beans and Rice

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 02:29:53 -0400

One of our favorite meals & it makes the house smell so good! -- posted by Sccuddlers

Four-Bean Casserole

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 02:33:29 -0400

This is the best baked bean dish I've ever had. I've been searching for the perfect bean recipe, and this might just be it. Recipe from Home Cookin' With Dave's Mom (David Letterman). I substituted different beans based on what I had on hand, but it's delicious. I must confess, this is even more delicious with a hot dog or better yet eat it like a chili dog. YUMMY! -- posted by AmyZoe

Slow-Cook Turkey & Black-Eyed Pea Supper

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 02:37:41 -0400

A high-protein one dish meal that is good for pregnancy. :) -- posted by 1030468

Traditional Jersey Bean Crock: the Original Baked Beans

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 14:25:13 -0400

Jersey is the largest of the Channel Islands.The island is usually the hottest place in the British Isles during the summer months, with the temperature averaging a few degrees higher than the mainland. As the island is neither part of the EU or the UK, it is a popular 'duty-free' destination. Jersey has a rich and varied history, with several wars and invasion attempts over many centuries.The island was part of the Duchy of Normandy in the 10th century and became part of the Anglo-Norman realm in 1066. The island's history is reflected in the French road names and typical Jersey surnames, as well as in the many historical French artefacts and monuments that can be found around the island. This is a traditional recipe, and no self-respecting Jersey woman would be without her earthenware bean crock, or casserole, in which to cook one of the most filling and tasty of all the island's recipes. So popular was this bean dish that every farmhouse had its bundles of drying French beans hanging from the rafters waiting to be shelled in the long winter evenings. Town folk used to hang their beans in the garage. For some Islanders this was a traditional supper dish; others had it for Sunday breakfast. Mr. Heinz is supposed to have taken the idea for his famous baked beans from the bean crock of Jersey emigrants in Canada. Prep time includes the overnight soaking for the beans. (This adapted recipe is originally from the Jersey Tourism Website.) -- posted by French Tart

Texas Beans

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 00:05:00 -0400

Friends and family will enjoy this Texas Beans dish because it's so delicious; you will love it because it's super easy to prepare! Serve beans with warm cornbread squares or hot cooked rice. -- posted by Feast Your Eyes!

Italian Sausage-Bean Stew

Sun, 06 Sep 2009 09:14:27 -0400

Good Comfort food for those cool fall days and cold winter nights. -- posted by 1PugMom2

Serbian Pork and Beans

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 10:21:21 -0400

From "The Frugal Gourmet On Our Immigrant Ancestors" by Jeff Smith "This is a simple bean dish that you have rpbably seen before, but the addition of paprika and hot red pepper flakes probably points to a bit of Hungarian influence. It is a good bean dish, and our Yugoslavian immigrants must have eaten a lot of this in their early days in this country." My husband asked for " pork and white beans" for dinner. I went on a search for recipes and found this one. It is very good with much more spice than usual in a bean dish. I used half sweet paprika and half hot paprika since neither was specified. Plenty spicy without the red pepper flakes. -- posted by EnjoyingLife

Warm Lentil Salad With Serrano, Chicken and Rocket

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 01:22:04 -0400

This is a great recipe for lunch or a light dinner served with garlic bread. Serrano ham is extremely expensive in Canada, so feel free to substitute a good quality prosciutto. And for the uninitiated, rocket is the British name for arugula. -- posted by Irmgard

Black Eye Peas Loaf

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 17:03:49 -0400

This recipe is a great alternative to meat loaf, and it is very good. I was surprised how good this was- and good for you. Great for vegeterians. Will do this recipe again. -- posted by Chef #1147519

Ham and Bean Soup

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 17:07:59 -0400

Yummy ham and bean soup made in the crock pot. Modified from a BHG recipe. -- posted by theNaturalDesigner

Chickpea Ratatouille

Fri, 11 Sep 2009 10:45:31 -0400

A simple, cheap and delicious recipe to suit anyone - I don't eat refined carbs so I serve it with a side of broccoli, but try serving it with cooked pasta or rice for a more filling meal. -- posted by peachy_pie

Texas Bean Bake

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 13:51:50 -0400

This is the most requested dish I get asked to bring to our pot lucks. -- posted by Catnip46

Mexican Casserole

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 14:18:59 -0400

This Mexican style casserole is fairly healthy and really easy to throw together. I prepare it using a vegetarian version of ground beef, but I'm sure that it will also work well with any type of ground meat. -- posted by MommaMeredith

Cabbage (And Other Good Stuff) Soup

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 15:15:11 -0400

This a hearty, comforting, and colourful soup when I was all tomatoed-out and craving cabbage soup. If you have a food processor, the preparation should be really quick and simple. Can also be made in a slow-cooker. Freezes well. -- posted by Burgz

Quesadilla Casserole

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 17:37:16 -0400

This casserole is made with ingredients found in individual quesadillas. It has no meat, but would be terrific with cubed or shredded cooked chicken added. Use either store-bought green enchilada sauce or use recipe #55478. -- posted by Ice Cool Kitty

Abc-Easy, Garlicky Bean Enchiladas

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 18:59:13 -0400

Cost effective meal all will enjoy. I prepared this dish up to the baking step, wrapped tightly and froze. When surprise company dropped in, I just popped in to the oven and baked 1 hour from the freezer.. If you don't like company...better stay away from this one! Rachel Ray is the author of this casserole-type dish. Let me know how it turned out for you! -- posted by Not Martha

Ww Layered Tortilla Bake Casserole

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 19:34:51 -0400

Adapted from www.dwlz.com -- posted by cookinupfun

Broke College Student Mexi-Casserole

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 11:44:46 -0400

When I was REALLY short on money and time, I threw this together. It turned out surprisingly good and I have done about a billion variations since. You can customize it for your taste and/ or what you have on hand. -- posted by Stephiesrocks

Mixed Bean Soup With Vegetables

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 13:49:12 -0400

I love making this dish because it is tasty, filling and healthy. My bean soup is full of veggies and makes a large amount. Also, it is incredibly cheap to make. I take it to work every day for a week and so that I know I'm being healthy and avoiding tempting snacks. I get the beans in the gorcery's bulk aisle - it is a mix of pinto, kidney and white beans, as well as barley and split peas. This recipe makes a huge pot so you can look forward to leftovers. -- posted by curiousngeorge

Pea Soup With Bratwurst - Crock-Pot

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 14:47:09 -0400

Comfort soup for sure. Instead of bratwurst you can use ham, sausage, or whatever you have a taste for. Or leave out the meat for a meatless pea soup. -- posted by Kathy228

Frugal Gourmet's Chicken and Lentils Middle Eastern Style

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 14:52:35 -0400

From Jeff Smith's cookbook "The Frugal Gourmet". -- posted by Queen Dana

Samantha's Highfalutin Black-Eyed Peas

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 12:23:54 -0400

Bacon grease and Spam? How can you go wrong? -- posted by PeachPie24

Pasta Bake With Sausage, Broccoli and Beans

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 01:03:30 -0400

Have your pasta and eat it too! This revamped recipe from Cook Yourself Thin makes sure you get all the flavor without the fat and calories! 529 calories per serving -- posted by Mommy Diva

Shell Beans and Potato Ragout With Swiss Chard

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 13:59:39 -0400

A healthy and delicious recipe I found online from the New York Times. YUMMY! A short series on shell bens - their uses and benefits. Sept 21, 2009 -- posted by Mommy Diva

Crete Bean and Spinach Stew

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 15:00:22 -0400

Nice recipe for two received in email from gourmet_recipes_from_around_the_world. Thanks, Myrtle! -- posted by Buster's friend

Bean Soup Deluxe

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 15:36:16 -0400

Two kinds of beans plus skinless smoked sausage makes for a hearty bowl of comfort food! I added things as the day went on and ended up with a great pot of yumminess! -- posted by WriterGirl

Three Bean Hotdish

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 16:13:38 -0400

This is my wife's recipe. I'm not a big bean eater, but this is SOOOOO good!!! IDK where she got it, but I'm putting on the Zaar for safe keeping! -- posted by Ackman

Beans and Franks Mom's Style More or Less)

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 17:16:26 -0400

Back when we were growing up my mother would fix something like this in the winter. It warms the stomach and most kids will love it. More importantly it is easy to make and cheap to make. -- posted by Chef #1376794

Southwestern Chicken Salad

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 13:58:10 -0400

This is a easy and delicious salad that is filling and satisfying. Change up any of the ingredients to make it how you like it. -- posted by Bexxx

Black Bean Chili & the Other White Meat

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 16:22:56 -0400

Found this recipe on the pork website: www.theotherwhitemeat.com. -- posted by muncheechee

Pasta Fazul

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 16:52:49 -0400

This was one of the recipes my mother-in-law passed down to me when I got married and it's SOOOOO good! Very easy to prepare and tastes even better the next day. I usually vacuum seal the left overs and freeze for another night. My Mother-in-Law uses 2 cloves of garlic, I use 4 or 5. A family favorite! -- posted by Tattooed Mama

Easy Punjabi-Style Chickpea and Potatoes

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 11:06:25 -0400

I came up with this when I was in the mood for spicy potatoes, and immediately thought of my favorite side dish at the Jackson Diner buffet. This is a great sidedish but I also like it as a main meal too, with some rice or naan. Green peas would work in this recipe too, either as a third main ingredient or to replace the chickpeas, but I love the richness of the chickpeas and couldn't get over not only how close it was to Indian restaurant quality, but also how simple and quick it was to make! By accident better yet! You'll find it hard to believe it's homemade and from canned food better yet. The taste is very hot and spicy, and what I love the most is the way the kick sneaks up on you after a minute! :) Important note-- I created this dish by accident so I just ballparked the spices before tweaking measurements. This yields about 4 cups (I'd have about a 2-cup serving with one more leftover for the next day), so if you're planning on a potluck, larger amount to cook for your family, OAWC/OAMC, etc. you might want to use the multiplier on here to figure out the correct proportions for the ingredients. -- posted by the80srule

Baked Pork & Beans (Using Bush's Bake Beans)

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 14:54:38 -0400

Please do not use any other brand but Bush's Baked Beans. It just will not taste the same. This makes a wonderful potluck dish. -- posted by Catnip46

Easy One Pot Lentils and Rice

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 11:49:39 -0400

I made this for dinner tonight, and the whole family loved it. I make lentils and rice quite often in a million and one different ways, and never with a recipe, but decided to post this one for safe keeping so that I can make it this way again. I served this as a rice ring (with easy glazed carrots and raisins in the middle). I had no onions on hand, but this would be excellent with carmelized onions on top. You may need to use a little more or less water depending on the age of your lentils. I used 6 1/2 cups, and it was perfect. I hope you enjoy this as much as we did! -- posted by Chef #1082457

Hearty Meatless Tater Tot Casserole

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 12:10:44 -0400

For us vegetarians who want the heartiness of a tater tot casserole without the hamburger or ground beef. I found a terrific tater tot casserole recipe on here-- which I altered a bit, then found some more tips on how to make this awesome, tasty, and cheap meal and also adjusted it to the pan size constraint. I couldn't use a real casserole dish because I live in the ghetto and don't have a real oven; I rely on a convection oven. So please note, this recipe's measures are based on using a deep (about 5") 2-quart loaf pan! It's so hearty and filling that I get at least 3-4 meals out of it for just me. But if you want to use a real 13 x 9 casserole dish because you're doing OAMC/OAWC or cooking for your family? Never fear, just double the amounts shown! -- posted by the80srule

Cajun Red Beans & Rice

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 13:04:02 -0400

Great Red Beans and Rice recipe. A friend of mine gave me this recipe several years ago and I am posting here for safe keeping. I realize this is a very Southern dish and I hope ingredients are available ....I have used a different type of bean when I couldn't find the traditional red beans. Of course hot sauce is necessary in this recipe! I serve it on the side. Preperation time does not include the beans that soak overnight. -- posted by Jb Tyler, TX

Garbanzo/Chickpea Pumpkin Macaroni Casserole

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 14:55:31 -0400

Spicy goodness! Pumpkin's not just for dessert anymore either-- and this is a fun casserole that has elements of Latin and Middle Eastern cooking. Best of all, you don't even have to use the stove to make the sauce! It is a very thick and rich sauce. The pumpkin base is very hearty and delicious, and is jam-packed with Vitamin A and lycopene. The garbanzos (chickpeas) are loaded with protein and cold-press olive oil is good for your heart (so it's a good fat instead of bad fats like in vegetable oils and shortening.) You won't believe this yummy casserole is healthy. :) This is a totally vegetarian dish, but if you want to vegan-ize it, you can use soy, hemp or almond "cheese", skip it altogether, or use some soy silken tofu. Meat lovers might want to throw in ground beef, and/or use chicken or beef stock/broth instead of veggie broth. I made this up myself, and love it! I make it when I know I have a busy week ahead and can easily get about 4 meals out of it for just me. -- posted by the80srule

Easy Southwestern Macaroni

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 15:40:05 -0400

What I imagine southwestern macaroni would taste like...a little twist on classic mac n cheese, if you will. Feel free to make your own cheese sauce and spice it however you'd like, but the point of this recipe is being too lazy to do so. :D -- posted by the80srule

Cuban Black Bean Vegetarian Feast

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 17:38:43 -0400

After carefully perusing the other Cuban black bean dishes here, I decided this one is different enough to offer. Served over brown rice, with all the toppings, it's a power-packed veggie plate! For guests or family members who do eat meat, a good roast pork loin, grilled chicken, or lime-barbecued shrimp would round out the meal. A salad with a sweet citrus vinaigrette and sliced fresh oranges would make this a feast! -- posted by La Dilettante

"meaty" Meatless French Cassoulet

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 15:07:35 -0400

I was introduced to an absolutely fantastic Traditional French cassoulet by a very good friend. This was my attempt to replicate it for my vegetarian husband using meat substitutes for a more traditional flavor than many vegetarian cassoulet recipes. I have to say it was a great success! This is extremely delicious and very close-tasting to the real thing. If you want to make it vegan, you can leave out the cheese. -- posted by cookingkiminpdx

Dad's Frito Pie

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 20:47:22 -0400

dad made this dish alot for us growing up. it's easy, cheap comfort food at it's best -- posted by GingerlyJ

Cassoulet With Lots of Vegetables (Mark Bittman)

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 17:26:41 -0400

Cassoulet is one of the best of the myriad of traditional European dishes that combine beans and meat to produce wonderful rich, robust stews. This recipe maintains that spirit, but is much faster, easier, less expensive, and more contemporary, emphasizing the beans and vegetables over meat. (That probably makes it more, not less, traditional, since meat was always hard to come by before the mid-twentieth century.) The main recipe starts with already cooked beans or canned beans and is ready relatively fast. To begin with dried beans, see the variation; it takes more time, but the results are even better. -- posted by Nado2003

Pumpkin Black Bean Bake

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 13:49:25 -0400

An Autumn-inspired Shepherd's Pie. You can substitute winter squash for pumpkin. -- posted by Abiner Smoothie

Vegetarian Feijoada and Collards/Kale Brazilian Black-Bean Stew

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 01:19:49 -0400

From http://jessicamomof6.blogspot.com/2009/06/brazilian-vegetarian-feijoada.html. It sounds wonderful, but time-consuming. I doubt if it is near authentic. -- posted by nsomniak6

Southern Style Black-Eyed Peas and Rice Hopping John Recipe

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 15:43:42 -0400

I got this out of a recipe a few years back and it is in our rotation. -- posted by Jencathen

Alton's Red Beans and Rice

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 12:34:17 -0400

Red beans and rice from Alton Brown of the food network. -- posted by Chef #436436

Bachelor's Bounty

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 13:10:36 -0400

Found by my DD while looking for a vegan recipe to serve for dinner at www.fatfreevegan.com. -- posted by I hate coming up with handles :)

Crock Pot or Slow Cooker Mexican Chicken White Bean Soup

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 13:51:37 -0400

Once again, more of a method than a strict recipe. Comfort food with a little kick to it. I was going to make chile and this is what evolved - we liked it even better. And don't let the dried beans throw you - put them on the stove first, bring to a boil, let sit, and assemble the other ingredients while they stand. The pre-cooking and draining removes the volatile sugars that cause gas. You may also soak the beans overnight, drain the water then add the beans to the slow cooker. -- posted by One Happy Woman

Red Vegetarian Stew

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 17:09:25 -0400

A hearty vegetarian meal in a bowl the consistency of chili. It's a beet borscht with rice and beans. -- posted by 10in10Diet.com

Slow Cooker Tamale Pie

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 01:16:32 -0500

Looking for a easy mexican dinner. look no further! My husband and I love this stuff since I work till after 10pm most nights. Smack it in the crockpot at night and my lunch is waiting for me when I wake up the next morning. I leave the seasoning open because everyone has a different taste for heat I don't do a lot of chili powder with the ancho chili's but I love cumin and the other seasoning. Another good suggestion is mixing green onions into the gorn muffin mix, I top with shedded smoked cheddar cheese and a little sour cream. Hope you enjoy. -- posted by Mrs Spencer

Lentil Skillet (With Cumin and Lemon)

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:20:17 -0500

Warm comfort food. Someone gave me this recipe years ago. To provide contrast, serve with something crunchy and/or something colorful. I tend to cut the recipe in half, and then use less olive oil and more cumin. Also I sometimes find the uncooked garlic a bit harsh; wilting it a bit in the bottom of the pan may be wise. -- posted by Michelle from Central Time

Edamame Soup With a Twist

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 11:59:46 -0500

Now that I'm seeing shelled edamame (healthy blanched soybeans) frozen in bags at the store, this soup is easy and quick to make. I used jarred fresh ginger, because I was out of the regular ginger. Other vegetables could be added, but this is the basic redipe. The Asian flavors make this a winner, and even people like me who aren't as health-conscious as they should be should like it.. -- posted by Mareesme

Crock Pot Lentils & Quinoa

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 17:35:48 -0500

This is a modified version/ compilation of several Lentil Soup recipes. The slow cooker makes it an easy busy-day recipe. -- posted by Miss_Elaine

Sneaky Veggie Franks and Beans

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 16:28:02 -0500

A tasty dish that combines most kid's favorites - hot dogs and baked beans. The sweet potato and the carrots in the orange puree add not only a top source of nutrients and fiber but a delicious hint of sweetness! Adapted from the Sneaky Chef Cookbook by Missy Chase Lapine. -- posted by Sharon123

Date and Chickpea Cous Cous

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 01:21:10 -0500

This was a throw together I made one night that turned out brilliantly. You can adjust the seasonings to your taste... just remember the stock and cous cous should be equal quantities. Great blend of sweet, sour and spicy. It's quick, filling, nutritious and will keep for a few days in the fridge - nice cold as well. To make vegan just omit butter. -- posted by Malaliu

Mom's Chili

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:38:13 -0500

My mom took the chili recipe off of the Mexene chili powder bottle and tweaked it a bit. We love it and hope you do too! -- posted by The Stuebingers

Fiesta Chicken Torte

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 08:11:22 -0500

From Company's Coming - made it for dinner tonight and I loved it, especially since it didn't have any canned soup in it like many similar ones. The only change I made from the original is that I prefer black beans to kidney beans and I added more cumin and chili powder than this states as I like it spicier. -- posted by Cadillacgirl

Hoppin' John

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:56:43 -0500

A variation on a recipe from the good folks at Goya. I make it with both of the suggested meats -- sausage AND bacon (Goya's calls for kielbasa, but I think smoked sausage or andouille works better). The two together are spectacular. I also add a jalapeño for a little extra flavor. Oh, and if you're on a low-sodium diet, there is a no-salt version of the -- posted by Cluich

10 in 10 Diet Cabbage Soup

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:57:46 -0500

This soup is vaguely a borscht, with a sweet & sour tang and a red-tinged broth. I've settled on tomato paste as cheap and the right tomato-iness for us. I used to freeze cubes of crushed tomatoes and use five or so in a batch of soup. One friend put garden-fresh tomatoes in. -- posted by 10in10Diet.com