Black Beans

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PREDS77
PREDS77 Posts: 4
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Anyone have some good Black bean recipes they would like to share?

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  • maryjay51
    maryjay51 Posts: 742
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    i put black beans and corn in salsa and pour it over chicken ..or make my own tortilla chips and use it as a dip.. black beans in brown rice is good too
  • PinkEarthMama
    PinkEarthMama Posts: 987 Member
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    I add black beans to practically EVERYTHING.

    One of my favorites though, is my version of black bean chili.

    Sautee veggies ( I prefer chopped peppers, onions, celery, garlic ) with 1 tablespoon of olive oil unti translucent. Add 2 cans of low sodium black beans ( drained and rinsed ), and 1 can of no salt chicken broth. Heat till boiling, then remove 1 cup and blend till smooth. Add back to pan.

    Brown some extra lean ground turkey, then season it with hot sauce and add to black bean mixture. Makes a decent sized pot, too.

    YUM. I think I know what lunch might be.
  • serendipity22
    serendipity22 Posts: 248 Member
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    My favorite thing to do with black beans is cook them with corn. Then put it in a tortilla with avocado, salsa and cheese. It makes a good lunch.
  • finding_my_way
    finding_my_way Posts: 174 Member
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    I love black beans!! A really quick recipe that can be altered is a mexican casserole.

    Brown a pound of lean ground turkey with small diced onion and garlic. set aside.
    pour a can of black beans into casserole dish (I usually rinse mine first in a strainer)
    Pour the turkey mixture over the beans.
    top with a small amount of shredded cheese (lower fat cheddar)
    Spread softened cream cheese on top of this
    bake until cheese is bubbly.
    Add shredded lettuce, diced tomato.

    It's FANTASTIC!!!
  • juliet1178
    juliet1178 Posts: 18 Member
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    I use them in Tortilla Soup:

    32 oz chicken broth
    cooked shredded chicken breast
    black beans
    corn
    rotel
    sauteed garlic
    spices (cumin, chili powder, salt, pepper, oregano)

    Simmer for 20 minutes. You can top with cheese, sour cream, salsa, etc...It's called Tortilla soup because you are supposed to top it with crispy corn tortilla strips or chips, but we skip that.
  • sharon_mc
    sharon_mc Posts: 1
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    The black bean chili from PinkEarthMama sounds great!!!!
  • Cheri1218
    Cheri1218 Posts: 268 Member
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    I add them to ground beef when I make taco meat. Healthier and cheaper... makes more tacos for the family.

    I have also made a black bean brownie, but I'm not totally happy with the recipe so it needs some tweeking. You can google it to find some recipes of our own.
  • PREDS77
    PREDS77 Posts: 4
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    Thanks all. We made one and it was super tasty....
  • Teresa71464
    Teresa71464 Posts: 29
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  • Elixandra
    Elixandra Posts: 299 Member
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    Black bean brownies are yummy if you want that. Or try http://www.usatoday.com/news/health/weightloss/2010-01-03-dinner-bean-zucchini-quesadilla_N.htm it turned out pretty yummy.
  • pirate4hire
    pirate4hire Posts: 55
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    I make my own version of the Chipotle Burrito Bowl:

    Baked chicken
    Rice
    Black beans
    Shredded cheese
    Sour Cream
    Corn
    Green Tabasco Sauce
  • tinkermommc
    tinkermommc Posts: 562 Member
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    We make Black Bean Burritos. Saute onion, jalapeno and bell peppers. Add black beans. Heat. Add Cumin, cilantro, hot sauce or cayenne and alittle lime juice. They're delicious!!
  • SnackPack
    SnackPack Posts: 21 Member
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    I like this recipe.

    http://allrecipes.com/recipe/best-black-beans/detail.aspx

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  • PBmaria
    PBmaria Posts: 854 Member
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    Here's an awesome recipe for black bean burgers. These are very filling!

    http://vegetarian.about.com/od/veggieburgerrecipes/r/cornmealburger.htm
  • ki4yxo
    ki4yxo Posts: 709 Member
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    I use them in Tortilla Soup:

    32 oz chicken broth
    cooked shredded chicken breast
    black beans
    corn
    rotel
    sauteed garlic
    spices (cumin, chili powder, salt, pepper, oregano)

    Simmer for 20 minutes. You can top with cheese, sour cream, salsa, etc...It's called Tortilla soup because you are supposed to top it with crispy corn tortilla strips or chips, but we skip that.




    Similar to what my brother sent me.

    Tortilla Soup

    3 cups shredded pork, or chicken
    2 15 oz. cans black beans un-drained
    1 15 oz. can Mexican stewed tomatoes or Rotel tomatoes
    1 cup salsa
    14.5 oz. can tomato sauce
    Tortilla chips
    Shredded cheddar cheese
    sour cream

    Combine all ingredients, except chips, cheese, and sour cream.
    In a large pot and let simmer at least 20 minutes, (but the longer the better)
    To serve, place a handful of chips into each bowl and ladle soup over chips,
    top with cheese and a dollop of sour cream.



    I have to rethink this one now, and check the sodium... :ohwell:
  • Cosmic_Unicorn
    Cosmic_Unicorn Posts: 150 Member
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    I make homemade veggie burgers with black beans!

    1 cup black beans
    small handful of any veggies, diced
    small handful of corn flakes, rice, or breadcrumbs to get consistency
    1 egg
    spices (I recommend garlic, and lots of it)

    Mash together in a bowl, form into patties, lightly flour, and fry for ~10 minutes until hot all the way through.

    Makes two huge patties or 3-4 smaller ones.
  • ajh1014
    ajh1014 Posts: 80 Member
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    Black Beans & Rice - 6 large servings
    1 pkg Zaterans Low Sodium Black Beans & Rice
    1 can black beans - drained and rinsed
    1 pkg Turkey Smoked Sausage - cut into small pieces
    2 cups frozen corn
    2 + Tbs Franks Red Hot sauce
    1 c Minute Rice (to stretch the recipe for my family)
    Cook Zaterans according to directions but add 1 extra cup of water and the Franks. Cook for 15 - 20 minutes. Add in the minute rice and other ingredients. Cook until liquid is absorbed.
    This is a one pan meal and really easy! Only 403 Calories and 20 grams of protein.
  • giggitygoo
    giggitygoo Posts: 1,978 Member
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    Black bean burgers =)

    blackbeanburger1.jpg


    I used indian style seasonings here, but swap for whatever you like. Really, you could just use a packet of taco seasoning.

    http://happygoodtime.com/2011/11/16/indian-spiced-black-bean-burgers-with-yogurt-sauce/

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