Cuisine: Beans
Pasta e Ceci
I saw Stanley Tucci make this Pasta e Ceci and I was intrigued. It's a recipe by Julius Roberts, a cookbook author who left his job at a London restaurant to become a farmer. Pasta e ceci, or pasta with chickpeas, is a classic Italian dish that is both simple and satisfying. It's a great example of peasant cuisine, which emphasizes using simple, affordable ingredients to create delicious meals. All I can say is that this is incredibly flavorful and so delicious.
By - Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 35 mins
- Yields: 4 Servings
Roasted Gnocchi with Caramelized Cauliflower and Chickpeas
Roasted Gnocchi with Caramelized Cauliflower and Chickpeas is a delicious and easy-to-make vegan dish that's great for a weeknight dinner. It's packed with flavor and texture, thanks to the crispy gnocchi, caramelized cauliflower, and tender chickpeas, which has a creamy, tangy miso tahini sauce. It's a perfect balance of textures and tastes.
- Prep: 5 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Yields: 3 - 4 Servings
Mexican Black Beans
These flavor-packed Mexican Black Beans got rave reviews from my family. Since I didn't have time to soak dried beans overnight, I used canned beans, which worked perfectly. I used a jalapeño pepper, if you want it spicier use a serrano. Serrano peppers are generally smaller and skinnier than jalapeños. Despite their small size, they can be up to 10 times hotter than a jalapeño, so beware.
By - Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 35 mins
- Yields: 4 - 6 Servings
Firehouse Chili and Cornbread Casserole
I have made this Firehouse Chili and Cornbread Casserole twice in one week due to the rave reviews. I like this dish because the cornbread is baked right on top of the chili, which gives it a nice crust on top.
Cocoa powder (my secret ingredient in all my chilis) adds a rich depth of flavor to chili. Be sure to use unsweetened cocoa powder so it doesn't make the finished dish sweet.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 1 hrs 45 mins
- Yields: 10 Servings
Pasta e Fagioli
Pasta e Fagioli is a classic Italian soup made with pasta, beans, and vegetables. It is a hearty soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. There are many different variations of Pasta e Fagioli, and in fact, I have three other Pasta e Fagioli recipes on this blog! This one has a creamy texture from puréeing a can of white Beans.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 40 mins
- Yields: 4 - 6 Servings
Tex-Mex Style Lasagna
I made this Tex-Mex Style Lasagna which is a great option if you're short on time and low on energy. It’s so easy to throw this together for a busy weeknight meal. It’s taco style ground beef, with corn, black beans layered with tortillas and cheese. It was a big hit with my family.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 40 mins
- Yields: 10 - 12 Servings
Marmite Chicken with Cacio e Pepe Butter Beans
Marmite’s distinctive taste is represented in the marketing slogan: "Love it or hate it." Such is its prominence in British popular culture that Marmite is often used as a metaphor for something, or even someone, that is an acquired taste or polarizing. This Marmite Chicken with Cacio e Pepe Butter Beans is absolutely delicious. The marmite adds a subtle umami flavor to the chicken and using the starchy bean liquid works perfectly in place of the starchy pasta water in a traditional cacio e pepe; it emulsifies perfectly with the parmesan to create a silky, glossy sauce.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Yields: 4 Servings
Broccoli Quinoa with Parmesan & White Beans
Broccoli Quinoa with Parmesan & White Beans is a healthy and delicious one-pan dish that is perfect for busy weeknights. It is packed with nutrients from the broccoli, quinoa, and white beans, and it is also a good source of protein and fiber. The Parmesan cheese adds a touch of richness. Quinoa is also gluten-free, making it a good choice for people with celiac disease or gluten intolerance.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Yields: 4 Servings
Jalapeño Popper Chicken Chili
This Jalapeño Popper Chicken Chili is made with ground chicken, jalapeño peppers, corn, black beans, cream cheese, and a variety of spices. The chili can be cooked in either a pressure cooker or a slow cooker; I have given instructions for both.
The chili gets its heat from the jalapeño peppers, but you can adjust the spiciness to your liking by removing the seeds from the peppers or by adding more or fewer peppers. The cream cheese adds a richness and creaminess to the chili, and the spices give it a depth of flavor.
The chili can be served with a variety of toppings, such as shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, chopped bacon, and additional jalapeños. It is also great for meal prep, as it can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge or freezer.
- Prep: 25 mins
- Yields: 7 Servings
Creamy Dill Pickle Chickpea Salad
I made this Creamy Dill Pickle Chickpea Salad is delicious and refreshing. It's made with chickpeas, cucumbers, dill pickles, Tahini, Greek yogurt, and fresh dill. It is a great source of protein and fiber.
You can serve this salad on its own, or on lettuce leaves or bread. It's great for lunch, potlucks, or picnics.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Yields: 8 - 10 Servings
