Appetizers, Soups & Salads

Black beans have a shiny, dark, shell-like appearance. They have a rich, bold flavor similar to mushrooms. Their smooth texture and bean shape holds well through cooking. The health benefits and...

Cold weather is the perfect time to make a big pot of soup. This is an economical, easy, low fat and filling meal that can feed a crowd or provide lunch time leftovers for your work week! This...

What goes better with cold weather than chili? Most of us look forward to a bowl of warm chili on a Fall or Winter' s day. Don't let the list of ingredients intimidate you. This recipe is quick,...

An Hispanic friend of mine gave me this recipe that her Mom makes because once I ate it I craved it! This recipe for Pinto Bean Soup is so delicious. Once you let it cool down to room...

Roasted garbanzo beans make a delicious, healthy, crunchy snack. They have a fair amount of protein and are a great alternative to chips or other salty snacks.

Everyone loves a good hearty bowl of chili on a cold night. This chili recipe is one I've perfected for my husband and I through the years because we don't like tomato chunks in our chili and we...

If you like Thai food, you will probably enjoy this curried squash and green bean soup with coconut milk. A little spicy and loaded with nutrition, it's a great choice for a winter meal! Most...

Three-bean soup with fresh cilantro and feta cheese is a very simple soup that can be cooked in under one hour, making it ideal for weeknight meals or weekend lunches in the cold fall and winter...

White beans soup with collard greens and fresh tarragon is a wonderfully simple soup that can be prepared in a very short period of time, making it ideal for quick weeknight meals. This soup also...

Most things that have three or more ingredients are considered a casserole, but this is not a traditional green bean casserole. Vegetables from the garden compliment each other as they cook down...

Here’s how to make a great homemade chili that’s not too spicy. It takes a while to cook, but it’s worth the wait, and your kids will love it. Serve this kid-friendly chili with freshly baked...

How to make classic beef chili for your family and loved ones! Also try adding cheese and chopped up green onions to the top of your chili for extra taste.

When searching for a great dip for tortilla chips that has some spice and a real Mexican flavor you could search the chip aisle, or you could whip up this tasty bean and salsa dip. Your family and...

With a few groceries, you can make mouth-watering taco soup that can be eaten with a spoon or with chips. Everyone from Weight Watchers to Paul Deen has a taco soup recipe, and you can customize...

This recipe makes 12 quart size gift jars of vegetarian bean soup. This makes a unique and inexpensive gift idea.

This Black Bean and Ham recipe takes a while, but it’s well worth the wait. Soaking the beans over night reduces cooking time, and makes the beans more tender when the soup is done. Serve hot ,...

Thanksgiving is just around the corner now that Halloween has passed by. One of the most traditional side dishes to make for Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners is a green bean casserole. We all...

Snap green beans encompass a large variety of beans harvested in the summer and eaten inside their pods. Green beans, pole beans and string beans appear in farmers markets, home gardens and in...

String beans, also known as green beans, should not cook until they turn into a mushy green mass. Such inedible results will frighten eaters from ever consuming string beans again. The simplest...

Cooking up a batch of fresh green beans can make for a delicious vegetable dish. Yet, fresh green beans may not always be available. The next best choice is frozen. But more convenient than...

Mock Turtle Soup was invented in the 1800s in England because turtles were scarce. Today it is prepared for cost reasons, because some people prefer to avoid meat, or just because turtles are a...

There is nothing like the smell of hot chili cooking on the stove. This delicious chili recipe is a favorite of ours when it is cold outside and it will definitely warm your bellies this Fall and...

Chili is such a great food, it can be easy to make, inexpensive, and tasty. Sometimes I'll make a pot of chili and it'll last me all week. However, chili can be frowned upon in the health-factor...

The early staunchly religious Puritans of colonial New England have been credited with the creation of this tasty dish made with common ingredients, including dried navy beans, salt pork and...

Having dried navy beans on hand gives you a cheap, healthy option for a vegetarian entree or side dish. These beans create the base for Boston baked beans or senate bean soup. Some worry about the...

Cannellini, prosciutto and mustard greens soup is a simple to prepare dish that makes an excellent, hearty first course to a large meal or a delicious full meal all on its own. Combining the...

Onion, white bean and Gruyere cheese soup is something of a classic, as chefs all over the world prepare and serve this soup quite regularly. Combining the strong, nutty flavor of Gruyere cheese,...

Blue Lake is a variety of snap bean. There are two different types, bush and pole. Snap beans are also called green beans or string beans.

Chili is a great, inexpensive way to fill up a small crew. This is courtesy of my grandma's homemade recipe.

Crock-Pot chili allows you to put the ingredients into the slow cooker in the morning and have a warm, hearty dinner ready when you return home from work. Though nearly effortless, you still need...

This soup is great for warming up on a cold day. This hearty soup will replace a meal and can be re-heated at school or work.

This kind of salad can serve as a main meal. You can also put some into a tupperware dish and take some to school or work.

Fall and winter are the best times to warm up with a hearty bowl of soup. There are so many way to make soup, and so many healthy ingredients to add to your soup this one reminds me of having a...

Tuscan White Bean Soup is a delicious, nutritious soup. It’s easy to make, and the ingredients are not expensive. The beans make this soup a good vegetarian source of protein, and all the...

Pole beans, also called "snap" beans, are a variety of bean aptly named for their tendency to grow vine-like up fences, trellises and, yes, poles. Pole beans, according to the National Gardener's...

When the weather gets cold, it's time for chili! Whether you are getting ready for your annual chili party or just cooking chili for the family, if you are looking for a great chili recipe look...

Kidney beans have many health benefits. They are full of fiber to keep a body regular, and they are great at reducing cholesterol. Kidney beans also supply your body with iron which can help give...

As a meat eater for 24 years I always wondered why anyone would want to make the switch to a vegetarian or vegan diet. After researching on the internet and reading a few books, I finally...

Soy beans are inexpensive and convenient, plus they will add fiber, protein and vitamins to your diet. The beans are not very tasty when consumed by themselves. Add the beans to food dishes or...

When vegetables are bland, it takes away from a dish. This recipe is a great way to spice up those boring veggies and get the whole family to eat them! These green beans make a nice addition to...

Who doesn't like chips and salsa on a Sunday afternoon during the football game? Don't go out and buy a jar of salsa...make your own! Here is an easy salsa recipe that the whole family will love!

Tired of the same old boring snacks that you eat on a daily basis? Craving something to eat but do not know what? Want to eat something that is new and exciting? Want something to eat that tastes...

Yellow eye beans have a similar taste to navy beans or great northern beans, but with more flavor. Look for dried yellow eye beans, also known as Maine yellow eyes, in specialty stores, especially...

Frito Pie is one of those classic snacks that are simple to make. What could be easier than three simple ingredients. Ordinarily chili would be used, but for those of us who don't much care for...

This recipe is one of my favorites, it is easy and you can serve it as a main course with tortillas or cornbread one night. And the next night you can add some ground beef and chili powder to make...

This article will tell you how to make delicious taco soup. This is great by itself or with tortilla chips and can be served as a meal or as an appetizer.

Chili is a food that everyone thinks of when Fall rolls around. It's easy to make and is economical as well. This receipe doesn't make a lot of dishes to wash - a great time saver. It is a quick...

Sometimes a big bowl of chili hits the spot. Whether it is a cold day out, or you need something hot and steamy to eat, making a nice pot of white chicken chili can turn a drab day into a day that...

Navy bean soup is the ultimate southern comfort food. What could be a better dish on a cold, damp, dark day? Why not bring some warmth, sunshine, along with the aroma of simmering soup into...

This taco soup is very easy to make. No one needs to know it takes only minutes! If you can use a can opener and a stove, you can make a delicious meal very quickly. It is also easy to...