Quick Barbecued Beans
Barbecued beans are a simple, classic recipe and cooking them on the grill adds great smoky flavor. —Millie Vickery, Lena, Illinois
Tex-Mex Chili
Need to satisfy big, hearty appetites? Look no further than this Tex-Mex recipe with beef stew meat, plenty...
Pasta Fagioli al Forno
The name of this Italian-inspired dish means "baked pasta with beans." But my busy family translates it as "super satisfying...
Louisiana Red Beans and Rice
Smoked turkey sausage and red pepper flakes add zip to this saucy, slow-cooked version of Louisiana red beans and rice....
Tangy Baked Seven Beans
Everyone needs a go-to side dish for school events, picnics and potlucks. Here's mine. Freeze leftovers for future outings. —Rod...
Classic Red Beans N Rice
After living where Cajun cooking is common, we rely on this staple dish. Even If you've never tried red beans...
Anytime Turkey Chili
I created this dish to grab the voters’ attention at a chili contest we held in our backyard. With pumpkin,...
White Chili with a Kick
Store-bought rotisserie chicken makes this spicy chili easy, but you could also cook your own. We like it with various...
Bean & Bulgur Chili
A hot bowl of this zesty bulgur and bean chili will warm you throughout the year. The bulgur adds amazing...
Slow-Cooked White Chili
This satisfying slow-simmered chili features chicken, two kinds of beans and crunchy corn. "It's quick, easy and tastes great," says...
Tangy Turkey Tostadas
I'm a health fitness specialist and personal trainer, so I know how important it is to make smart food choices...
Sausage & Cannellini Bean Soup
Here's my reproduction of a dish from a famous Chicago eatery. We think it rivals the original. I usually cook...
Slow Cooker Vegetable Bean Soup
Kitchen staples and canned goods help me get this heartwarming soup on the table with very little preparation. Feel free...
Garlic Bean Dip
There isn't a bean that my family does not like. In fact, I serve one kind or another almost every...
Chili Casserole
Sometimes I'll add canned or frozen corn to this hearty casserole to give it more color.—Rhonda Hogan, Eugene, Oregon
Potluck Baked Beans
This recipe has remained a long-time favorite for picnics and family get-togethers. For those not watching their fat intake, add...
Spicy Three-Bean Chili
“Even my meat-loving family devours this hearty meatless chili," says Melissa Mendez of Gilbert, Minnesota. "Since it's more fun to...
White Bean Fennel Soup
This filling soup is a favorite with our family and is often requested for company dinners. A hint of fennel...
Turkey Taco Salad
I discovered this taco salad while I was on a health kick. My husband and I love it now. When...
Contest-Winning Three-Bean Soup
This chili-like soup is delicious and very low in fat. Salsa, cumin and chili powder gave it plenty of flavor...
Bean and Pasta Soup
We’re always on the lookout for good low-fat recipes and this soup is a perennial favorite. Loaded with veggies and...
Campfire Beans
Served with cheese-topped cornbread, this is delicious! —Flo Rahn, Hillsboro, Kansas
Minestrone
Vegetables and herbs fresh from my garden make this one of our favorite soups. This recipe makes a lot, so...
Hearty Chili Mac
Luckily, this recipe makes a lot, since everyone is apt to want another bowl. It freezes well and makes excellent...
Spiced Chili
My father was a cook in the Army and taught me the basics in the kitchen. My childhood baby-sitter inspired...
Mediterranean Spinach & Beans
If you want to make this dish vegetarian, use soy sauce instead of Worcestershire. I like this skillet meal served...
Beer Brat Chili
My husband and I love this chili because it smells so good as it simmers in the slow cooker all...
Slow Cooker Calico Beans
With so many folks moving to meatless or healthier food choices, I decided to remove the meat from the original...