beans

I think beans are good in...

-salad
-soup
-burritos
-black bean salsa (yum)
-you can make some nachos with cheese, beans, and salsa on top

garbonzo beans can baked. If using canned ones rinse then dry. Mix with just enough oil to coat. Sprinkle with some seasoning. I like alittle spicy so some Essence of Emeril (make your own)
Spread out on baking sheet and bake at 400F for about 25 min.
These make a crunchy snack or throw them into salad intsead of croutons.

We have been undergoing a bean infusion in our household. Beans have a tremendous amount of fiber which is so good for you. After trying 1 can of every kind of bean out there, I personally like the small red beans. I like to make a taco salad and use the red beans in place of meat or chicken. Lettuce, tomatoes, a few tostitos crushed up, beans, salsa and a little sour cream can make a really good meal.

one word...HUMMUS!!:flowerforyou:

Do you have a good recipe to share? I made it once but didn't really care for it.

one word...HUMMUS!!:flowerforyou:

Do you have a good recipe to share? I made it once but didn't really care for it.

you have to take the recipe and add your own flavor. I like the white bean more than chick peas. it is so simple...

Ingredients

2 cups white beans, canned, drained and rinsed
1/4 cup tahini (this is in the kosher area of the market)
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 teaspoons garlic, minced
1 teaspoon cumin powder
dash cayenne
2 ounces extra-virgin olive oil
warm water

Method
Combine beans, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, and cayenne in the food processor. Blend and gradually add oil and warm water until the mixture has a creamy consistency. Refrigerate overnight for the best flavor.

Serving Ideas - Serve with warm pita triangles.

Nutritional Analysis
Per serving: 96 Calories
Fat 6g - 52% calories from fat
Protein 3g
Carbohydrate 9g
Cholesterol 0mg
Sodium 148mg

Ingredients:
2 cups chickpeas, drained and rinsed, or soaked if using dried
3 tablespoons of tahini
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
¾ cup pine nuts, lightly toasted and finely chopped.
¼ teaspoon cumin
1 clove of garlic, crushed
1 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons of plain yogurt
1 teaspoon parsley or cilantro, finely chopped (plus more for garnishment)
2 tablespoons water
Preparation:
In a blender or food processor, blend the chickpeas. Add tahini, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and water until the ingredients form a paste-like consistency. Pour the mixture into a large bowl and add remaining ingredients, mixing well. Garnish with any remaining parsley or cilantro, cover and refrigerate about an hour.

Thanks! the recipe I used had a ton of garlic! I like garlic but that just seemed to much. And my DH didn't care for my garlic fresh breath later!
I wish I had some beans to use now, I'd make some.

I just tried this out- very filling and healthy!

1 cup cooked kidney beans
1/2 tsp of pureed garlic
1/4 cup of white onions
taco seasoning- to taste
red pepper- to taste
pepper- to taste
1tablespoon of olive/veg oil
About 3/4 Cup water or stock- add as needed beyond that

Heat oil and add onion,garlic until onion turns clear
Add kidney beans, water and taco seasoning, red/black pepper.

Let simmer until all flavors combine and wallah! It's so yummy on a cold day!

I just copied this and am going to try it with black beans. They are my favorite. I might even add some carrots, celery & peppers. Always trying to add more vegies!