Recipes with Beans & Legumes

Beans are one of the most nutritious, economical and downright tasty proteins out there. Expand your repetoire with our delicious recipes with beans, including vegetarian options.

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    Lemony Garbanzo Salad

    1 review

    Everybody goes for this super fresh salad with the cumin-coriander dressing, especially on warm days. —Sonya Labbe, West Hollywood, California...


    Feta Garbanzo Bean Salad

    10 reviews

    This super quick garbanzo bean salad is a hit with my crowd. If there are any leftovers, which rarely happens,...


    Chorizo Bean Dip

    3 reviews

    With its zesty Mexican flavors and tempting toppings, this dish is the first to empty on the appetizer table. I...


    Southwestern Baked Beans

    2 reviews

    Three kinds of beans and a host of seasonings make this version of baked beans a winner. Southwest flavors dominate...


    Spiced Split Pea Soup

    2 reviews

    A hint of curry adds the perfect amount of kick to this family-pleasing soup. Just assemble the ingredients in the...


    White Bean ‘N’ Barley Soup

    3 reviews

    "A friend of mine gave me this recipe, and it's delicious," says Stephanie Land of Sudbury, Ontario.


    Refried Bean-Taco Pizza

    14 reviews

    I like to make pizza, and this one is my favorite. I use a ready-to-use pizza crust when time is...


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    Texas Black Bean Soup

    27 reviews

    This hearty meatless stew made with convenient canned items is perfect for spicing up a family gathering on a cool...

    White Bean Turkey Chili

    4 reviews

    Looking for a hearty but healthy chili for your crew? Well, look no further, Dorothy Muenzer serves this robust meal...


    Spicy Chuck Wagon Beans

    1 review

    Baked beans don't get any easier! All you have to do is open some cans, chop an onion, and add...


    Pasta Fagioli Soup Mix

    13 reviews

    This meatless soup is both economical and flavorful. Church groups could buy the ingredients in bulk and assemble mixes to...


    Easy Chicken Tamale Pie

    41 reviews

    All you need are some simple ingredients from the pantry to put this slow-cooker meal together. I love the fact...


    Green Beans Amandine

    11 reviews

    It's hard to improve on the taste Mother Nature gives to fresh green beans, but Mom has done just that...


    Wagon Wheel Pasta Salad

    3 reviews

    Summertime gatherings aren't complete without a refreshing pasta salad. This tasty version features a mayonnaise and picante dressing. It may...


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    Best Ever Beans and Sausage

    35 reviews

    When my wife asks what she should make for a gathering, she's always told to bring this—and a couple of...


    Spicy Peanut Chicken Chili

    4 reviews

    While spending time in the Southwest, I discovered Mexican peanut chicken and thought it would be fun to make it...


    Chili Bean Soup

    From Kingman, Arizona, Mary Felty sent this zesty soup. "It's quick to fix yet it tastes like it simmered all...

    Thick & Chunky Beef Chili

    Hearty, flavorful ingredients and a thick, rich sauce make this a satisfying chili that's sure to win compliments on your...


    Stovetop Baked Beans

    Molasses really comes through in this big batch of sweet baked beans shared by our Test Kitchen. The recipe cooks...


    Pork Chops with Baked Beans

    In Shoreview, Minnesota, Kris Wenner makes this hearty meal-in-one. She places tender pork chops on a bed of baked beans,...


    Spanish Lima Beans

    This simple recipe from Peggy Burdick of Burlington, Michigan makes a tasty side that’s low in sodium and fat, but...


    Salsa Red Beans ‘n’ Rice

    Diane Harrison of Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania up this quick side dish using canned kidney beans, brown rice and salsa. It's an...


    Homemade Vegetarian Chili

    “I downsized the yield but not the flavor of my favorite vegetarian chili,” says Susan Wright, Yarmouth, Maine. Use leftovers...

    Hacienda Hash Browns

    I use a clear glass dish to show off my hash brown bake. The bold pepper, cilantro, cumin and garlic...


    Quick Red Beans and Rice

    Even my kids like this hearty, stick-to-the-ribs dish. I like to add cubed leftover ham to make it a main...


    Cajun-Style Beans and Sausage

    Beans and rice make the perfect meal because they're well-balanced, an excellent source of protein, and easy to prepare. The...


    Chili Bean Cheese Omelet

    "In an effort to eat healthier, I've been playing around with some recipes, including this hearty omelet," writes field editor...


    Zesty Garbanzo Sausage Soup

    Even the busiest home cooks will have time to prepare this Cajun-inspired soup. If your family prefers spicier flavors, use...


    Calico Soup Mix

    Loaded with beans of all shapes and sizes, this colorful combination cooks up into a satisfying soup that;ll stand by...