
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...