Beans

A tasty mix that can be varied in a hundred ways. Add in your favorite ingredients and make it your own!

A three-bean salad made with edamame, buttery young soybeans.  Can be made a day in advance.  Adjust onion to taste.

A true southern favorite.  Black-eyed peas flaovired with smokey ham and garlic.  Yum.

A zesty chili with a cornbread crust. 

Omit beef for a vegetarian chili.  Add black beans and corn for a twist on the traditional.

Fresh green beans are one of the greatest pleasures of summer. This recipe makes a great salad, hot or cold.

If you are in a hurry you can always purchase canned refried beans, but home-made ones are much better. Refried beans are served as a side to most Tex-Mex dishes -- they are put in enchiladas, made into bean dip and much more.

If you like chili hot then try this spicy chili recipe!

Nothing warms a cold night like a great bowl of chili - this is truly a unique take on a great a traditional dish.

One word - Yum

Spicy & rich with a touch of sweetness.  A cross between a traditional Mexican Mole (my favorite) and a fresh-Mex Chili.  Sure to be a new favorite.

Tangy and filling, this macaroni dish includes tomato sauce, black beans for protein , and corn.

These nachos are a favorite family dinner recipe. Start by getting a bag of your favorite tortilla chips and a large oven-proof platter.  The addition of roasted garlic, black beans and corn will make this the "new" go-to nachos recipe for all your parties.

These rich and hearty enchiladas are the perfect meal after a day of playing outdoors.

This is a fun and festive way to celebrate Cinco de Mayo or to add a little spice to everyday entertaining and family camping meals.