Kidney Bean Recipes

While in college, I studied abroad. At the time, I was a vegetarian and was pleasantly surprised at how delicious...

Cumin and curry powder give this chilled three-bean salad terrific zip. "I get a lot of compliments on it," says...

My father was a cook in the Army and taught me the basics in the kitchen. My childhood baby-sitter inspired...

There isn't a bean that my family does not like. In fact, I serve one kind or another almost every...

My husband fixed this soup for our three kids years ago. They always loved it and now prepare it for...

We often have chili cook-offs at our church, so we trade lots of different recipes. I was always mixing and...

I created this dish to grab the voters’ attention at a chili contest we held in our backyard. With pumpkin,...

I've made these zesty beans many times for picnics and potlucks—they're hearty and zippy with chili pepper and the extra...

Change up your traditional chicken soup by adding delicious white kidney beans. It is also a great way to use...

This recipe is from a bean soup gift pack I developed as a fund-raiser for our church. We provide it...

I often change the variety of beans in this classic recipe, using whatever I have on hand to total the...

Bursting with southwestern flavors, the zesty veggie medley here can be served as a side dish or a meatless meal-in-one....

After living where Cajun cooking is common, we rely on this staple dish. Even If you've never tried red beans...

My family loves this soup during our cold New England winters. It's very thick and hearty.—Beverly Ballaro, Lynnfield, Massachusetts

This recipe for turkey chili is a nice change of pace from traditional beef dishes, offering a whole different set...

With so many folks moving to meatless or healthier food choices, I decided to remove the meat from the original...

My husband and I love this sweet and savory bean dish. It can be enjoyed as a side, but it's...

I like to give this mix as a gift, layering the beans in a clear pint jar and attaching the...

My children and grandchildren ask for this casserole all the time. I invented the recipe out of necessity one day...

You won't miss meat in this tasty bean chili.

I'm a health fitness specialist and personal trainer, so I know how important it is to make smart food choices...

Here's my reproduction of a dish from a famous Chicago eatery. We think it rivals the original. I usually cook...

Sometimes I'll add canned or frozen corn to this hearty casserole to give it more color.—Rhonda Hogan, Eugene, Oregon

This recipe has remained a long-time favorite for picnics and family get-togethers. For those not watching their fat intake, add...

Chock-full of vegetables and beans, this hearty soup is sure to satisfy your hungry bunch on a winter night. Writes...

My bean salad is a mainstay, both for family meals and neighborhood potlucks. People rave about the cumin dressing with...

This skillet side is a variation of a recipe I received from my Italian mother. I've prepared spinach this way...

My daughter's friend made this as a side dish, but it's hearty enough to enjoy as a light lunch or...

From Regina, Saskatchewan, Penny Giles writes, “A Canadian prairie winter can be bone-chilling. A bowl of this meatless stew over...