Recipes with Beans & Legumes

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

When I moved to New England, I embraced the local cuisine. My cassoulet with baked beans pays tribute to a...

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

Make this ham and beans recipe in your slow cooker for a dish with down-home flavor that you can serve...

When I was a kid, my mom made baked beans all the time. Sometimes we'd turn this side into a...

My girls love it when I make this mash-up pizza with hot dogs and chili. It’s a marvelous way to...

My red, white and green salad is inspired by the Italian flag. Top it with shaved Parmesan. —Malia Estes, Allston,...

This slow-cooked potluck chili makes an awesome filling for a little bag of walk-around nachos. Cut the bag lengthwise to...

This eye-catching black eyed pea salad is packed with nutrient-dense ingredients for a healthy dish that's ready for weeknights or...

Sweet, savory and a little tangy, this pinto bean recipe is simple, flavorful and packed with protein, fiber and plenty...

When the garden comes in, we harvest the veggies and layer them with cornbread and sweet relish for this snappy...

These black bean nachos are easy to customize and require just 10 minutes in the oven to bake to cheesy...

At our house, we're big on healthy eating. These ultra tender chops with colorful rice and black-eyed peas are a...

One pot and thirty minutes—yes, please. Kids and grown-ups love this warm-you-up chili for Halloween. —Janice Westmoreland, Brooksville, Florida

Twice a month I make chicken enchiladas, lasagna-style. It’s a regular with us because assembly is easy and my whole...

As a vegan, I'm always looking for impressive dishes to share. Sweet potatoes loaded with beans and a touch of...

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

I've been working on developing healthier recipes that still taste fabulous—and keep me satisfied. This squash tossed with beef, beans...

My dear mother-in-law passed this simple recipe to me. With meats, beans and savory veggies, it's tasty, easy and economical...

To give risotto, that favorite Italian comfort food, an update, I used couscous and lively North African-inspired flavors to deliver...

Even if you have never liked lima beans, these flavorful lemon-garlic lima beans are sure to change your mind.

I've been trying to eat more meatless meals, so I experimented with this hearty saute and served it over brown...

Forget baked beans in a can! This Instant Pot baked beans recipe is simple, satisfying and supremely delicious—it just might...

My husband and I are both graduate students right now, so we don't have a lot of time to cook...

One of my favorite local restaurants, Zeppelins, has the best chicken nachos. Its famous dish inspired me to create my...

I love tuna, and this recipe is a great way to use good old canned tuna--and it's great to share!...

The ingredients are simple, but together they make this awesome stew. If you want to a little added crunch, crush...

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

Slow-cooker tamale pie is a flavorful, stick-to-your-ribs meal. Since it's easy to prepare, this recipe is great for potlucks or...