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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    Chilled Bean Soup

    Betty Nickels of Tampa, Florida combines crunchy fresh veggies with black beans and a splash of hot pepper sauce to...


    Slow-Cooked Two-Bean Chili

    The first time I had this chili at a Super Bowl party, I was on my second bowl before I...


    Roasted Veggie Chili

    You're sure to get a kick out of this spicy entree, which placed third at a chili contest in Murphy,...


    Chicken Tomato Soup

    While creating this crowd-pleasing soup, I was trying to keep in mind a variety of textures, colors and flavors. Its...


    Wild West Chili

    My sister-in-law, who has cooked for many years at the family ranch, shared this hearty recipe with me. I make...


    Southwest Vegetarian Lentil Soup

    Even self-avowed carnivores won’t miss the meat in this zippy dish. It’s chock-full of healthy ingredients that will keep you...


    Bean Soup with Sausage

    This soup is so simple to put together with ingredients you might keep on hand, and it’s delicious, too. The...


    Great Northern Bean Chili

    Seven ingredients makes this mild version of a Southwestern chicken chili. I like to add a dash of hot sauce...

    Black Bean and Chicken Soup

    Salsa and cumin add just the right zip to my thick, hearty black bean soup. I like to serve it...


    Emily’s Bean Soup

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


    Slow & Easy Minestrone

    Hot soup on a cold day is something I just can't get enough of. It's a snap to put together,...


    Schoolhouse Chili

    When I was a school cook, the students loved my chili because they thought it didn't have beans in it....


    Slow-Cooked Ham and Lentil Soup

    Lentil lovers will enjoy a big batch of this satisfying soup. Just pop it in the slow cooker after lunch,...


    Basil Tortellini Soup

    I keep these ingredients on hand for a delicious, colorful and quick meal. I serve it with a loaf of...


    Black Bean-Tomato Chili

    My daughter Kayla saw a black bean chili while watching a cooking show and called me about it because it...


    Hearty Potluck Chili

    A co-worker made this hearty and well-seasoned chili for a potluck at work, and I just had to have the...


    Chicken Chili Chowder

    One chilly April afternoon, I craved a hearty soup but had less than an hour to prepare a meal. I...

    Chicken Bean Soup

    This easy soup is tasty and nutritious, too. I like to top individual bowls with a few sprigs of fresh...


    Sweet Potato Kale Soup

    If you're looking for a healthier dish with a difference, try this recipe from Tamar Holmes of San Diego, California....


    Southwestern Bean Soup

    When a friend needs a night off from cooking, I throw together this one-pot meal. I deliver it with tortilla...


    Bart’s Black Bean Soup for Two

    This soup is made in minutes. We enjoy it with Herbed Dinner Rolls from an older issue of Simple &...


    Spicy Pork Chili with White Beans

    This chili, loaded with white beans and cubes of pork, has plenty of bite. But if it’s not spicy enough...


    Hot Dogs with Chili Beans

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

    Navy Bean Squash Soup

    On a chilly day, what could be more comforting than a pot of this homemade soup simmering on the stove?...


    Hearty Turkey Vegetable Soup

    I found this recipe on the Internet, but it was too high in fat. After experimenting, I created a more...


    Hearty Vegetarian Chili

    Rich and flavorful, this chili is absolutely packed with fun veggies like mushrooms, beans and sun-dried tomatoes. It's so filling,...


    Hearty Turkey Chili

    “My mother-in-law introduced our family to this chili a few years ago, and we can't seem to get enough of...


    Beef & Black Bean Soup

    I lead a busy life, so I'm always trying to come up with timesaving recipes. This zippy and colorful soup...


    Turkey-White Bean Soup

    Packed with veggies, turkey, color and nutrition, this hearty soup will warm ’em up right down to their toes. For...