Tag Archives: Hurst Beans

15 Bean, 15 Vegetable Soup

As the weather slowly begins to improve, it is evident (especially at the hardware and garden stores) that we are getting into “vegetable season”.  People everywhere are starting to see their gardens take shape and the local Farmers’ Market has … Continue reading

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15 Bean Sloppy Joe’s

I know I’m not the only one with dreaded memories of the monthly “Sloppy Joe Day” from my middle school cafeteria. The “meat” slop on a stale bun was always a little sketchy, but the concept is sound; a sweet … Continue reading

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Drunken Beans (Frijoles Borrachos)

Beans and beer: The perfect marriage for my Cinco de Mayo festivities. Searching through a number of recipes both online and in cookbooks, I was looking for some inspiration to create a traditional Mexican bean dish with some of my … Continue reading

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Cowboy Caviar

As summer quickly approaches, the idea of eating a warm and hearty soup seems to steer a lot of people away from utilizing beans in their everyday diet. Because they are so easy to add to any soup or stew, … Continue reading

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Cheesy Mac n’ Beans

Yes. That is bacon. Go ahead, drool a little. OK, now that I have your attention… I am always searching for creative new ways to show how beans can be incorporated into a variety of meals. While preparing for a … Continue reading

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Navy Bean Soup (aka Senate Bean Soup)

Late last week, I still had a large portion of ham left from Easter lunch. Around here that usually means one (very delicious) thing: some homemade Ham and Beans. Check out this take on one of our most traditional and … Continue reading

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Black Beans and Rice

One of my all-time favorite “I could eat this everyday” meals is black beans and rice. Hugely popular throughout the Caribbean and Latin America, it is one of those simple-to-make dishes that still has incredible flavor. Throw in some slow … Continue reading

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Economy of Beans

In these economic times, everyone is looking for ways to cut corners, especially in the grocery aisle. One solution: EAT MORE BEANS!

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Pasta Fagioli with Spicy Italian Sausage

Whenever I spot a bean dish on the menu at a restaurant, I am instantly drawn to taste it. Whether it’s to sample something new and intriguing, or to compare recipes and flavors, I always like to get some knowledge … Continue reading

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Vegetarian 15 Bean Chili

No meat? We are talking about chili, right? The number of people turning to a vegetarian diet is growing quickly. It can help promote weight loss, lower cholesterol, and reduce the risks of heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes mellitus, … Continue reading

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