Vegetarian Recipes

Preparing dried beans for cooking requires a soaking to shorten the cooking time. Following the first hour of soaking, water begins to enter the dried beans through a pore in the curve of the bean...

Just because you're a vegetarian doesn't mean you have to cut the taste of tuna out of your diet. Chickpeas are a great substitute for tuna, and hold the same great texture in a sandwich. A mock...

Beans are a wonderful food. They are cheap and easy to prepare. They are highly nutritious, being high in both protein and fiber. And there are so many wonderful things you can do with them. ...

So you harvested too many green beans and you need to know how to freeze them. You're in luck because in this article, I will show you everything you need to do to freeze you green beans and keep...

Black-eyed peas are part of the legume family and are a staple in Southern cuisine. Some people eat black-eyed peas on New Year's Day as part of an older superstition that they bring good luck,...

Summer time is barbecue time. A tasty barbecue needs some great side dishes and green beans are a good choice. Or make them for Thanksgiving. They are spicy and are delicious with mashed potatoes....

Planning vegetarian meals isn't much different than planning meals around a meat dish. Knowing how to get necessary daily proteins is the main concern in vegetarian cooking, and it doesn't mean...

Black & White Tacos Black Beans & Coconut Rice Hi, I am Chef Rosa from Ricochet Gourmet in Joshua Tree, Ca where you can TASTE THE LOVE! My Black & White Tacos are a big hit and are...

Whether you are trying to save money, achieve better health, make the world a greener place, or transition to a new vegetarian lifestyle, you have decided that eating meat is no longer for you. As...

Pasta Vazul is a cheap dinner that is made of beans, garlic & sauce, & served over pasta! It requires a bit of before-hand prep work, but I love it!!!

Rice and Beans is a delicious, healthy, and budget friendly meal. This recipe can feed a family for only a few dollars, and beans are a healthy and inexpensive source of protein. This recipe is...

Make a tasty and hearty Vegetarian Texas Chili meal. Easy to do with food YOU HAVE on hand: canned beans, canned vegetables, spices - fresh frozen or powdered, any bread you can slice about...

A quick and easy vegetarian dish. It can be prepared in several minutes.

Make your work lunch buddies jealous with this healthy and satisfying wrap.

Black beans are a wonderful source of protein, dietary fiber, and an energy boost. This recipe for black bean soup is quick and easy and bound to be one of your favorite bean dishes for pot lucks,...

If you planted a large vegetable garden this summer, chances are the produce is coming quicker than you and your family can eat it -- and that's a good thing. Green and yellow beans, like those...

Mom was always right. Eating those fruits and vegetables is important for a healthy body, mind and spirit. Loaded with vitamins, minerals, and fiber, fruits and veggies are good for everything...

Whether you're new to vegetarian eating as a way of life or just trying to decrease the family food budget by serving a few meatless meals each week, you may wonder what to serve for dinner...

My mother taught me this recipe (May she rest in peace)! I still make it and my kids love it. It very simple to do and is just something different. We get tired of the same old corn or peas with...

Looking for a quick dinner, that's filling AND tasty? Well, try this. I came up with this recipe for my best friend, but you should be able to enjoy it as well. (: This recipe is completely...

There are a multitude of health benefits from drinking soymilk. It's filled with protein, is delicious, and unlike cow's milk, doesn't contain residue hormones or antibiotics. No wonder it's...

Here we will discuss tips on how to get kids to eat vegetables.

Traditionally, refried beans were pinto beans boiled until they could be mashed with lard. This resulted in a high-fat dish. Refried beans do not need to be unhealthy nor do they have to be made...

Loaded with fiber and nutrients, Vegetarian Chili Bake is a tasty meatless dish the whole family is sure to enjoy.

Beans are good for you. They pack in lots of protein and fiber. If you love mexican food like I do, you will enjoy this version of refried beans - minus the lard (which is not good for your heart).

A lot of people have the idea that when you give up meat, you're suddenly hopelessly stranded without a protein source. But there are actually several tasty great ways for vegetarians to get...

A single can of black beans can be the fastest way to a tasty, vegetarian meal that even meat eaters will enjoy. When you use canned beans, you save time, but be sure to rinse the beans before you...

I used to always buy canned beans because I thought it was too hard or would take too long to cook dried beans. But I finally gave them a try recently because they are so much cheaper. I found...

Growing a garden is the most self satisfying, and money saving idea you could have! Almost anything you like, you can grow! Including Fruits!

Your want to become a lacto ovo vegetarian. Everyone thinks you are going over the deep end. You decided to change your eating habits, and want nothing to do with animal products. Well, almost...

There’s nothing like homemade soup to soothe the soul and make your home feel, well, homey! This is my Italian minestrone soup recipe and my family’s favorite. Low fat, nutritious and HEARTY! It...

Dried beans are a real staple in foods for many, many regions of the world. Dried beans are a great source of protein. Many vegetarians eat beans as one of the foods to replace meat in their...

These are a great alternative to meat. They are easy to make and delicious!

Chili is a stew-like soup and can be made with many different ingredients. But the basic ingredients are meat and chilies or chili powder and frequently beans. Although it is satisfying to make a...

Try feeding your family some delicious foul tonight! Don’t be put off by the name. Foul Mudammas is a Middle Eastern recipe that you find in many Middle Eastern restaurants. Tonight you wont have...

Cooking for any house guest can be a challenge, but many people stress over the mere thought of a vegetarian visitor. Follow these simple steps to have a fun and enjoyable experience.

How to make minted green beans with red onion will be a one of a kind recipe and sure to be surprisingly tasty. This is perfect to add to the holiday cooking list. Let me know how it comes out...

This recipe sprung forth when it was dinner time and I had absolutely nothing in mind to make. Literally. I opened up the freezer and bags of green beans jumped out at me. Ah, yes. Frozen...

Looking for a way to cut down on meat, save some money on groceries, and still have a hot and hearty dish for winter? Try this quick and easy vegetarian chili recipe you can put together in less...

The taste of string beans at my local Chinese buffet is absolutely delicious. I do not know their recipe, but I went home one night and played around with my own concoction. I came up with the...

This is an easy, nourishing soup, easy on the budget and great for the body. It contains lots of vegetables and beans which will add protein. Add some good quality bread and some fresh fruit and...

Once you have the ingredients, you can have this soup on the table in about 20 minutes. With a salad and some fruit it makes a satisfying and inexpensive meal.

Cooking red kidney beans and azuki beans and pasta is easy as long as you plan a little ahead. Boiling the beans and pasta on the stove in the winter will warm up your home as well as add moisture...

Garbanzo beans, also known as chick peas, are delicious and healthful. They are used extensively in Mediterranean cooking. Beans can be a healthy, low fat, high fiber, and inexpensive...

Good for your heart, body and soul, hearty vegetarian chili combines three kinds of beans, sweet corn, and flavorful peppers, onions and garlic in a robust tomato base. Serve with a sprinkle of...

This is a very simple, fast and delicious chili that everyone can enjoy! Whether you eat meat or not, you will love this chili and it is very healthy too. It takes about 1 hour to prepare and...

Salads don't have to be based on lettuce and carrots. Here are a few suggestions for healthy, vegetarian salads using different grains, legumes, and veggies. They're inexpensive, easy to make, and...

Green beans are a classic veggie favorite the world over. Nearly every culture has its own unique way of preparing this delicious vegetable. Green beans are a great addition to any meal and have...

Fall and winter , with cooler temps and shorter days these seasons call for warm comfort foods like this delicious homemade bean soup. It’s high in protein, fiber, and iron.

This is a simple, healthy, black bean soup that is made from scratch.