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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    Chili and Cinnamon Rolls

    This strange—and controversial—combination of chili and cinnamon rolls is a Midwest classic.

    Vegan Red Beans and Rice

    The spices make this recipe a top winner, with paprika and cajun seasoning flavoring the rice and beans so well...


    Huevos Rancheros

    Start the day with boldly flavored huevos rancheros, the classic Mexican breakfast of pan-fried tortillas, refried beans, sunny-side up eggs,...


    Quick and Healthy Turkey Veggie Soup

    I freeze our leftover turkey at the holidays so we can enjoy meals like this year-round. This soup is especially...


    Beef Taco Chili

    This is one of my husband's absolute favorite dishes. It was voted best chili at our county's autumn harvest festival....

    Lentil, Bacon and Bean Soup

    This quick soup feels extra cozy with lots of lentils and a touch of smoky, bacony goodness. You might want...


    White Bean & Chicken Enchilada Soup

    I made this soup to please my daughters’ craving for creaminess, my husband’s for spice and mine for white beans....

    Spicy Veggie & Lentil Soup

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    I enjoy this recipe because it’s meatless, inexpensive and simply delicious! You can substitute any vegetables you like—it’s all a...


    Weeknight Taco Soup

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


    Hearty Sausage Minestrone

    As a teacher, I appreciate quick and easy recipes. If I make this for just my husband and me, we...


    Slow-Cooked Lentil Stew

    This vegetarian stew is perfect when you want to take a break from meat. Adding the cream at the end...

    Garden Minestrone

    At Italian restaurants, I always order minestrone. After doing many trial-and-error batches, I developed a hearty veggie soup my whole...


    Vegetarian Pea Soup

    I combined several recipes to make my own version of this soup. It was a real favorite when I was...


    Steak-n-Vegetable Soup

    This weeknight steak soup packs rich flavor into a light broth. My family loves the blend of southwestern flavors. —Rebecca...


    Taco Twist Soup

    The fun, family-friendly twist in this taco soup is the spiral pasta. I lightened this soup by substituting black beans...


    Spicy Split Pea Soup

    I like to bake a ham just so I can use the leftover bone to make my split pea soup....

    Italian Sausage and Kale Soup

    The first time I made this colorful soup, our home smelled wonderful. We knew it was a keeper to see...


    Italian Shredded Pork Stew

    Need a warm meal for a chilly night? Throw together this slow-cooked stew that’s brightened with fresh sweet potatoes, kale...


    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...


    Hearty Meatless Minestrone

    A friend gave me this quick, healthy recipe, and it's oh-so-tasty. It makes a big batch and is great for...


    Hearty Pasta Fagioli

    Here's a convenient spin on a classic Italian favorite. Spaghetti sauce and canned broth form the flavorful base. —Cindy Garland,...


    Ground Beef Chili

    Everyone who tastes my beef chili recipe says that it is restaurant-quality. It's especially good with homemade cornbread. I have...


    Curried Lentil Soup

    Curry gives a different taste sensation to this chili-like soup. It’s delicious with a dollop of sour cream. My family...


    Hearty Split Pea Soup

    For a different spin on traditional pea soup, try this split pea soup recipe with corned beef. The flavor is...


    Tasty-Italian Vegetable Soup

    Here's a dish that will warm you up fast. It takes just 25 minutes until you can sit down and...

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    White Bean and Kale Soup

    White bean and kale soup uses simple ingredients to make a filling, savory soup that freezes well. It's good as...


    Chicken Lentil Soup

    Cubed chicken breast keeps this chicken lentil soup recipe lean, but feel free to swap in chicken thighs for more...


    Portuguese Bean Soup

    This Portuguese bean soup recipe features Portuguese sausage along with kidney beans, potatoes, tomatoes, chicken broth, onions, garlic and celery,...


    Green Chile Chicken Soup

    Appeal to those cozy-food cravings with a bowl of green chile chicken soup. It can be spiced up or down,...


    Red Lentil Soup

    Cozy red lentil soup is chock full of carrots, onions and red lentils. This tomato-based soup is packed with protein...


    Pinto Bean Soup

    Pinto bean soup, packed with savory spices and nutritious ingredients and topped with your favorite fixings, makes for a warm...