Pinto Bean Recipes

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

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

Ready-to-go pinto beans and crispy corn tortillas prove how easy it is to make a healthy meal. Chili powder kicks...

The combination of spices is key to this slow-cooked pork—it's my family's favorite burrito filling. The aroma that fills the...

Food won’t go to waste when you serve this satisfying taco that puts canned goods to use. Even better, the...

"This robust chili is easy to prepare with canned items and receives rave reviews," says Barbara Wheless, Sheldon, South Carolina....

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

When I was growing up, my mother prepared many different soups, each seasoned just right. She often made this colorful...

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

Lime juice, cumin and cayenne pepper make these beans so tasty, particularly when compared to the canned variety. I like...

This chili is a keeper. Make it on Sunday and you get lunch for the rest of the week, too....

This chili may be already chock-full, but we love to build it up even more with toppings like pico de...

This soup turned out delicious on the first try, when I was working without a recipe. You could also add...

This zesty dish is a favorite of mine because it has a wonderful Southwestern taste and is easy to prepare....

Hominy and garbanzo beans are interesting additions to this zippy chili recipe that uses canned goods from the cupboard. I...

This is a wonderful fall or winter meal, served with thick slices of warm homemade bread. The recipe evolved over...

This thick, hearty stew is loaded with beans and vegetables and makes a wonderful supper on cold winter days. I...

Meet the Cook: One of the reasons I like quick dinners like this is our two sons, who are 7...

No one ever guesses the "secret ingredient" in this recipe that I created. A can of mushroom soup is what...

This was a recipe my mom used often when I was growing up. These hot dogs were a favorite summertime...

When I serve this soup at parties, everyone asks for the recipe. It makes a lot, so if I'm not...

Our whole family loves foods spiced with picante sauce, so I developed this recipe! This dish is very quick and...

"I first tasted this dish at an office potluck, and now I serve it often when company comes," says Darlene...

I followed the lead of cooks of Old West cattle ranges to come up with these savory beans. Sweet and...

This is a zippy alternative to refried beans. This easy side dish is so homey and hearty. Sometimes I top...

The cute tortilla bowls that hold this Southwestern salad are a snap to bake int the oven. We use canned...

Whenever there's a gathering, friends tell me, "Be sure to bring your bean dip!" With several delightful layers, this is...

I am a native Texan, and this is the best chili recipe I've ever tasted—it's meaty and spicy. I'd make...

I'm a schoolteacher who loves exchanging recipes with my colleagues. This is a great recipe for a crowd. It's tasty,...