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Loaded Potato Nachos

Today’s potato nachos utilize thick-cut rounds of russet potatoes that are topped with fresh guacamole and vegetables and served with roasted beans and broccoli. While there’s nothing quite like a plate of nachos heavy and saturated with oozy fats and tangy sauces. You know what I’m talking about, a plate where only the edges are …

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Sassy Chili

Making chili every fall and winter is a past-time in our house. A delicious one where Jeremy and I trade-off making our house smell amazing and our bellies happy. In previous years Jeremy has surprised our taste buds with fresh ginger and even peanut butter. They were both uniquely amazing. Today’s chili challenges both of those previous …

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Bean Obsession 3-Bean Dip

I can’t stop thinking about beans! Beans on the brain I tell you. Those warm earthy morsels fresh out of the pressure cooker. Full of flavor, nutrition, and a carefree spirit that says, “Make anything out of me!” Quick and easy Mediterranean rice bowl. Rice, tomatoes, chickpeas, olives, lettuce, and tahini garlic sauce. What’s got …

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Veganized: Turkey Mole Chili

The other day I was really craving a mole chili. I had no idea if it even existed but thanks to the internet I found out rather quickly. And sure enough it existed! The recipe called for turkey but that was super easy to adapt—just add more beans! Next time I think I’ll alter the …

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How to Cook Dried Beans and Store for Easy Meal Prep

I should have phrased the title ‘How to Cook Dried Beans and Store for Easy Meal Prep Minus BPA and save boat loads of money’, but I’m keeping it simple. 😉 I’ve been on a bean bonanza this week finally giving in to cooking dried beans. Not only did I soak and cook them but I …

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Autumn Vegetable Medley

Last night we found ourselves reveling in comfort, when eating this autumn vegetable medley. It was immensely tasty! Most of the recipes I share are a culmination of spontaneous inspiration. This particular one started upon seeing this Stuffing Starter mix. I thought it was a nice blend that would go great in a roasted/baked vegetable …

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Carrot Tri-Bean Salad of the East

When I un-cook or cook as the case sometimes is, I don’t always measure things but go by look, taste, and what ingredients I have on hand. This way is intuitive and usually 99% delicious. Today, my hands were a little chilled and I was feeling like something starchy with sustenance. Fall weather is finally …

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