"Beans, beans, and more beans!" is a phrase that perfectly encapsulates the versatility and global appeal of beans. These humble legumes come in a dazzling array of varieties, each with its own unique flavor, texture, and culinary applications. From the creamy elegance of cannellini beans to the robust earthiness of black beans, from the petite elegance of lentils to the hearty satisfaction of chickpeas, the world of beans is vast and enticing. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a novice in the kitchen, the sheer diversity of beans can be both inspiring and intimidating. But fear not! This comprehensive guide will equip you with everything you need to know to navigate the world of beans, from selecting the right type for your dish to mastering the art of cooking them perfectly. So, let's dive into the wonderful world of beans and discover the endless possibilities they have to offer!
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
BLACK BEANS AND RICE
The perfect meal! Preparation Time: 20 minutes. This recipe is from The WEBB Cooks, articles and recipes by Robyn Webb, courtesy of the American Diabetes Association.
Provided by Daisy
Categories 100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes Vegetarian
Time 30m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a stockpot over medium-high heat, heat the oil. Add the onion and garlic and saute for 4 minutes. Add the rice and saute for 2 minutes.
- Add the vegetable broth, bring to a boil, cover and lower the heat and cook for 20 minutes. Add the spices and black beans.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 140.4 calories, Carbohydrate 27.1 g, Fat 0.9 g, Fiber 6.2 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 354.4 mg, Sugar 0.6 g
GREEN BEANS WITH LEMON AND GARLIC
Keep your vegetable sides simple with the Neelys' healthy Green Beans with Lemon and Garlic recipe from Food Network.
Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 17m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Blanch green beans in a large stock pot of well salted boiling water until bright green in color and tender crisp, roughly 2 minutes. Drain and shock in a bowl of ice water to stop from cooking.
- Heat a large heavy skillet over medium heat. Add the oil and the butter. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and saute until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the beans and continue to saute until coated in the butter and heated through, about 5 minutes. Add lemon zest and season with salt and pepper.
BEST EVER BEANS AND SAUSAGE
When my wife asks what she should make for a gathering, she's always told to bring this-and a couple of copies of the recipe! - Robert Saulnier, Clarksburg, Massachusetts
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner Side Dishes
Time 1h35m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook and crumble sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Add green pepper and onion; saute until tender. Drain. Add remaining ingredients., Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Cover and bake at 325° for 1 hour. Uncover; bake 20-30 minutes longer or until bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 316 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 857mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 13g protein.
SLOW COOKER GREEN BEANS, HAM AND POTATOES
I make this dish often; I have never really measured the ingredients, but can give you a reasonable approximation. Note: Freeze leftover cooking liquid, and then add to bean soup, ham or cabbage dishes, or use to cook dumplings in. It's delicious!
Provided by GRAMMYROSE
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Ham
Time 4h30m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Halve beans if they are large, place in a slow cooker with water to barely cover, and add onion and ham hocks. Cover, and cook on High until simmering. Reduce heat to Low, and cook for 2 to 3 hours, or until beans are crisp but not done.
- Add potatoes, and cook for another 45 minutes. While potatoes are cooking, remove ham hocks from slow cooker, and remove meat from bones. Chop or shred meat, and return to slow cooker. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, seasoning salt, bouillon, and pepper. Cook until potatoes are done, then adjust seasoning to taste.
- To serve, use a slotted spoon to put beans, potatoes, and ham into a serving dish with a little broth.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 199.8 calories, Carbohydrate 20.6 g, Cholesterol 28.6 mg, Fat 9 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 10.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 133.1 mg, Sugar 2.9 g
HONEY-GLAZED CARROTS AND GREEN BEANS
Steps:
- Cook 2 cups each chopped carrots and green beans in a medium pot of boiling salted water until just tender, about 3 minutes. Drain, then return the vegetables to the pot with 2 tablespoons butter, 1 tablespoon honey and the zest of 1/2 lemon; season with salt. Cook, stirring, over medium heat, 1 minute.
GREEN BEANS AND POTATOES
A good side dish when your guests are vegetarians and meat lovers. (As in my house.)
Provided by Krista B.
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Green Beans
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat combine potatoes, green beans, thyme, pepper, Worcestershire sauce and 3/4 cup of broth. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium-low, cover and simmer 15 to 20 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
- In a small bowl blend remaining broth and cornstarch. Stir in parsley; add to potato mixture. Cook, stirring, until bubbly and thickened.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 82.7 calories, Carbohydrate 18.3 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 2.1 g, Sodium 99.3 mg, Sugar 2.2 g
EASY RED BEANS AND RICE
This is an easy and delicious take on a Louisiana classic that you can prepare and cook in 40 minutes! I use turkey kielbasa to cut down on the fat, but not the flavor. Season with hot pepper sauce if you like.
Provided by Paula
Categories Main Dish Recipes Rice Beans and Rice Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add rice and stir. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
- In a large skillet over low heat, cook sausage for 5 minutes. Stir in onion, green pepper and garlic; saute until tender. Pour in beans and tomatoes with juice. Season with oregano, salt and pepper. Simmer uncovered for 20 minutes. Serve over rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 289.1 calories, Carbohydrate 42.4 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fat 5.7 g, Fiber 7.8 g, Protein 16.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 807.8 mg, Sugar 3.7 g
MEXICAN RICE AND BEANS
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 50m
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large Dutch oven. Add the garlic, green onions and jalapeno and cook for 3 to 4 minutes. Reduce the heat to low and add the rice. Cook, stirring to make sure the rice doesn't burn, about 3 minutes. Add the chicken broth, cumin, salt, pepper, turmeric, beans, diced tomatoes and diced tomatoes and green chiles and stir together. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer until the rice is not quite done, about 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Top the rice and beans with the cheese, then bake with the lid off until the cheese is melted and the rice is fully cooked, about 15 minutes more. Top with chopped cilantro before serving.
PUERTO RICAN RICE AND BEANS (ARROZ CON GANDULES)
Afraid of rice so you use Minute® rice? Try this Puerto Rican style rice passed on from my family and you will never go back! No more boxed rice!
Provided by The Messy Cook
Categories Side Dish Rice Side Dish Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat olive oil over medium heat in a medium-sized caldero or nonstick pan. Stir in sofrito, garlic, sazon, and adobo; cook for 4 minutes, making sure not to burn garlic. Stir in rice until coated well; pour in chicken broth and water and stir once more.
- Bring mixture to a boil and cook over medium-high heat until all liquid has been absorbed and rice looks like it has little holes throughout, 20 to 25 minutes. Reduce heat to low. Stir in peas and cilantro gently from bottom to top, once or twice only. Cover and let sit for 10 minutes.
- Turn off heat and let rice sit, uncovered, for 10 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 256.1 calories, Carbohydrate 47.1 g, Cholesterol 1.5 mg, Fat 3.8 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 7.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 1287.7 mg, Sugar 0.6 g
ESCAROLE AND BEANS
This is a creamy concoction of escarole and beans. It's rich, and it's divine! It's also best served with a warm crusty Italian bread.
Provided by KristaP
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Greens
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Toss in escarole, turning to coat with oil. Season with salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes. Cook, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes, or until tender.
- In a separate skillet, heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Stir in garlic. Pour in beans with juices, and simmer until creamy, about 10 minutes. Stir in escarole and parsley; simmer 10 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 322.1 calories, Carbohydrate 42.7 g, Fat 11.8 g, Fiber 18.7 g, Protein 13.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 543.4 mg, Sugar 1 g
ONE-PAN BLACK BEANS, CHICKEN AND RICE
Give chicken stew a Southwestern twist with cumin, beans, and convenient frozen bell peppers and onions.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add rice, cumin and chili powder; cook and stir 1 minute.
- Stir in all remaining ingredients except cheese. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 15 to 18 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender, stirring occasionally.
- Remove skillet from heat. Uncover; fluff mixture with fork. Sprinkle with cheese. Cover; let stand 1 to 2 minutes or until cheese is melted before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 550, Carbohydrate 75 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 8 g, Protein 39 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 1/2 Cups, Sodium 1010 mg, Sugar 5 g
MEXICAN RICE AND BEANS
Spicy, delicious Mexican rice and beans.
Provided by Afzal Najam
Categories Main Dish Recipes Rice Beans and Rice Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add onion, poblano pepper, and garlic; saute for 2 to 3 minutes. Add rice. Cook, stirring occasionally, until rice is completely coated in oil, about 2 minutes. Season with paprika, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 to 2 minutes. Add vegetable broth and pinto beans. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer until rice is tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from heat, keep covered, and let stand for at least 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 347.7 calories, Carbohydrate 59.2 g, Fat 8.8 g, Fiber 6.9 g, Protein 9.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 624.3 mg, Sugar 3.9 g
CRAZY-SIMPLE COTTAGE HAM, POTATOES, AND GREEN BEANS
Cottage ham is one of my favorite dishes to eat because it's rich in flavor and incredibly simple to make. Requiring only five ingredients and five minutes of prep time, this dish could quickly become a go-to meal in your household. If you can't wait the hour it takes to cook, drop it in a slow cooker in the morning, and it'll be ready when you get home.
Provided by Michael Harr
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Ham Whole
Time 1h10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Put ham into a Dutch oven. Arrange potato halves, green beans, and onion slices around the ham. Pour enough water into the pot to cover the vegetables completely.
- Place a cover on the pot and bring the water to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer mixture until potatoes are completely soft, about 55 minutes.
- Remove ham to a cutting board to slice to desired thickness; serve with vegetables.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 721.8 calories, Carbohydrate 35.6 g, Cholesterol 127.1 mg, Fat 42.4 g, Fiber 8.1 g, Protein 47.4 g, SaturatedFat 15.1 g, Sodium 3460.5 mg, Sugar 3.5 g
ONE-PAN CUBAN CHICKEN WITH RICE AND BEANS
Juicy roast chicken thighs are paired with our take on moros y cristianos, the Cuban version of rice and beans, in this easy dinner recipe.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Chicken Chicken Thighs
Time 1h15m
Yield Serves 4 to 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In a large straight-sided ovenproof skillet, brown bacon over medium-high, about 7 minutes. Transfer to a plate. Season chicken with 1/4 teaspoon cumin, salt, and pepper. Brown in skillet, turning once, about 10 minutes; transfer to plate.
- Remove fat from skillet. Add oil, onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Cook, stirring, until translucent, 3 minutes.
- Add rice, remaining 1/2 teaspoon cumin, and oregano. Cook, stirring, 1 minute. Add broth, beans, and bacon; season with salt and pepper. Nestle in chicken, skin-side up. Bring to a boil, then cover and transfer to oven. Roast until liquid is absorbed and chicken is cooked through, about 25 minutes. Let cool 10 minutes; serve.
THE BEST BAKED RICE AND BEANS
Due to certain worldwide events, I've been getting lots of requests for easy, hearty recipes that can be made using basic dry and canned goods. This incredibly delicious Spanish-style baked rice and beans is all that and more. You'll also see a fantastic, foolproof way of making perfect rice, every time. Garnish with Monterey Jack cheese, sour cream, and chopped cilantro, if you like.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Main Dish Recipes Rice Beans and Rice Recipes
Time 1h20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Pour white rice into a casserole dish and season with salt, pepper, cumin, chili powder, cayenne, and oregano. Pour in olive oil and stir until rice is thoroughly coated with oil. Add salsa, chicken broth, and kidney beans; stir until evenly combined. Cover very tightly with heavy-duty aluminum foil.
- Bake in the preheated oven until rice is tender, about 1 hour and 10 minutes. Remove foil, taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, and fluff with a fork. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 422.2 calories, Carbohydrate 76.1 g, Cholesterol 1.5 mg, Fat 8.6 g, Fiber 8.3 g, Protein 12.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 1344.2 mg, Sugar 2.3 g
GREEN BEANS AND HAM
A one-pot dish of green beans, red new potatoes, onions, and ham steak. My husband loves this and would eat it every night if he could.
Provided by dalzac
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Ham
Time 45m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place ham steak, potatoes, green beans, onion, and butter in a large pot with just enough water to cover. Season with salt and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 326.8 calories, Carbohydrate 19.7 g, Cholesterol 81.6 mg, Fat 16.5 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 25.2 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 1553.8 mg, Sugar 1.8 g
RED BEANS AND RICE
Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat olive oil over medium-high heat in a large saucepan. Saute garlic, onion, celery, and bell pepper until tender. Stir in kidney beans, onion powder, salt, pepper, and hot sauce. Reduce heat to low and let mixture simmer slowly while you cook the rice.
- Bring the chicken stock to a boil and stir in rice and butter. Return to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover and cook for 20 minutes without removing the lid. Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes.
- Fold rice and beans gently together and transfer to a serving dish. Serve garnished with cilantro.
CROCK POT HAM AND BEANS
This is cheap eating at it's best. Really good for scraping by at the end of the month if your cash gets low. Goes best with freshly baked corn muffins drizzled with honey.
Provided by PalatablePastime
Categories Ham
Time 9h
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Sort beans and soak in enough water to cover overnight.
- Or you may sort them and place in a saucepan with 2-inches of water to cover.
- Bring them to a boil, boil for 3 minutes, then cover and remove from heat.
- Allow to sit for one hour after boiling (don't lift the lid).
- Whichever method you use, rinse and drain the beans before placing them in the crock pot.
- Put the rinsed beans, garlic, onion, salt, pepper, parsley, cloves, ham (chopped into large chunks) or ham hocks into the crock pot along with 6 cups water or broth.
- Cover crock, and cook on low for about 8 hours, or until beans are tender and creamy.
- Skim any excess fat, if necessary, before serving.
SWEET AND SPICY BAKED BEANS
This recipe is a hit with guests and family. It's sweet, simple and delicious, and someone always asks for the recipe. -Elliot Wesen, Arlington, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 1h5m
Yield 14 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients. Stir in half the onions and bacon. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish., Cover and bake at 350° for 45 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining onions and bacon. Bake, uncovered, 5-10 minutes longer or until bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Fat 9 g fat (3 g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10 mg cholesterol, Sodium 860 mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46 g carbohydrate, Fiber 7 g fiber, Protein 7 g protein.
CLASSIC BLACK BEANS AND RICE
This is a typical dish served in Cuba or Puerto Rico, each country has their own method of preparation. You can flavor this dish with meat, but I left it out as I serve it as a side dish with my meats. It is an easy and healthy short cut and takes about 30 minutes to cook.
Provided by Dawn399
Categories White Rice
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat oil in a medium sauce pan, sauté onion,green pepper, and garlic.
- Sauté until tender@8-10 minutes.
- Add in remaining ingredients and stir until boiling, reduce heat and simmer until sauce is reduced@ 20 minutes.
- Serve over white rice.
- I like to mash a few of the beans with the back of a spoon to flavor the sauce.
- Note: if you do not have Sazòn Goya an appropriate substitute would be ground cumin, chicken bouillon, and garlic salt to taste.
Tips:
- Soak the beans overnight: Soaking the beans overnight helps to reduce the cooking time and makes them more digestible. If you don't have time to soak the beans overnight, you can quick-soak them by boiling them for 2 minutes, then removing them from the heat and letting them sit for 1 hour.
- Use a variety of beans: There are many different types of beans available, so don't be afraid to experiment. Some popular types of beans include black beans, kidney beans, pinto beans, and navy beans. Each type of bean has a different flavor and texture, so you can create a variety of different dishes by using different beans.
- Add flavor to your beans: There are many ways to add flavor to your beans. You can add herbs, spices, vegetables, or even meat. Some popular ways to flavor beans include adding garlic, onion, chili powder, cumin, or smoked paprika. You can also add vegetables such as tomatoes, corn, or peppers.
- Cook the beans until they are tender: Beans should be cooked until they are tender, but not mushy. The cooking time will vary depending on the type of bean and the method of cooking. If you are cooking the beans in a slow cooker, they will take longer to cook than if you are cooking them on the stovetop.
- Serve the beans with your favorite toppings: Beans can be served with a variety of toppings, such as cheese, sour cream, salsa, or guacamole. You can also serve them over rice, pasta, or salad.
Conclusion:
Beans are a delicious, nutritious, and affordable food that can be enjoyed in many different ways. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy meal or a hearty and flavorful dish, there is a bean recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a healthy and satisfying meal, reach for a bowl of beans. You won't be disappointed.
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