

Copycat Mexican Pizza
In just about an hour, you can enjoy this copycat Taco Bell Mexican pizza in your home kitchen. Add your fave toppings!

Beef & Bean Enchiladas
These tried-and-true enchiladas are just what you need on rushed weeknights. Myra Innes — Auburn, Kansas
Refried Bean-Taco Pizza
I like to make pizza, and this one is my favorite. I use a ready-to-use pizza crust when time is...
Cheesy Bean Dip
Folks always seem to flock to the snack table when the lineup includes this refried bean dip. When my brother-in-law...

Bean ‘N’ Beef Crescent Pie
"My husband loves this meal," writes Marla Miller from Englewood, Tennessee. Convenient crescent roll dough is the quick crust for...
Deep-Dish Beef ‘n’ Bean Taco Pizza
My whole family enjoys this dish that tastes like a taco and looks like a deep-dish pizza. The thick tasty...

Chorizo Bean Dip
With its zesty Mexican flavors and tempting toppings, this dish is the first to empty on the appetizer table. I...
Skinny Tortilla Soup
"Chock-full of healthy ingredients, this tasty soup makes a warming lunch or dinner," Sharon Adams of Columbus, Ohio suggests. "Plus,...

Fiesta Dip
Rhonda Cowden from Quincy, Illinois sprinkles a warm creamy bean mixture with colorful toppings to create an effortless appetizer. "This...

Black Bean and Beef Tostadas
You only need a handful of ingredients to make one of our family’s favorites. It's also easy to double for...

Chicken Chimichangas
Crispy outside with gooey cheese inside, this homemade Mexican favorite had our testers saying, “Hello, delicious!” Pair with Spanish rice...
Mexican Layer Dip
This adaptable Mexican layer dip is like a magnet to hungry guests at our family get-togethers and casual parties. It,Äôs...

Bean & Bacon Griddle Burritos
These griddle burritos with bacon and veggies make an awesome hand-held meal. I use fresh pico de gallo when I...

Chile Tamale Pie
This crowd-pleasing potluck dish packs a little heat, a little sweet and a big-time authentic southwestern flavor. There is no...


Vegetarian Tacos
You don't need to be a vegetarian to eat vegetarian tacos! Loaded with beans, spices and sauteed onions, these hearty...

Southwestern Taco Salad
I came across this recipe while spending a winter in Arizona. Now as soon as we return home each spring,...

Refried Bean Nachos
Cumin and cayenne pepper jazz up homemade chips in these no-fuss nachos from the Light & Tasty Test Kitchen. Topped...

Refried Bean Enchiladas
These yummy meatless bundles are so fast and easy to prepare. The recipe, which came from my sister-in-law, is a...

Mushroom Bean Burritos
“The whole family will love this. The filling can be used for tacos, nachos, enchiladas or salads.” —Trisha Kruse, Eagle,...

Refried Bean Tostadas
For a change of pace, you can substitute purchased tostada shells for tortillas or add more lettuce and use taco...

Chorizo and Eggs Ranchero
Chorizo is quite possibly one of the best things to ever happen to pork! Learn how to cook chorizo to...

Pigs in a Poncho
For pigs in a blanket Mexican style, we add refried beans and green chiles. Spice it up even more with...

Southwestern Bean Patties
“I first made this recipe for a crowd of 11 people,“ recalls Debby Chiorino in Pt. Hueneme, CA. “And everyone—from...

Refried Bean Dip
This five-star refried bean dip is one of our most popular appetizer recipes. After one dreamy bite, you'll understand why....


Bean Burritos
Craving a tasty vegetarian meal? Try this easy bean burritos recipe featuring refried beans, salsa, rice and melted cheddar cheese.


7-Layer Dip
Bring this 7-layer dip to the party, and you'll be bringing the party to the snack table!

Bean & Cheese Quesadillas
My son doesn't eat meat, so I created this recipe as a way for me to cook one meal for...

Fiesta Appetizer
This dip is always a big hit with men—maybe because of the hearty blend of flavors. It stands up great...

Spanish Omelet
Wake up your taste buds with the yummy flavors of warm refried beans, salsa and shredded cheese in 15 minutes...

Beef and Bean Burritos
This recipe made it through the pickiest taste testers: my kids! They absolutely hate beans, but love, love, love these...

Brisket ‘n’ Bean Burritos
This easy recipe is stuffed with not one, but two kinds of meat: smoky bacon and tender beef brisket. —Ruth...