Mexicali Bean & Barley Soup by MarthaW

A spicy bean soup using Trader Joe's 17 Bean & Barley Mix. The beans and vegetables hold their shapes and create a colorful, healthy, meal. It also freezes well.

Crock Pot Lentil Soup by Frosted Flaker

In the mood for delicious, healthy soup, with high fiber as an added bonus? Try this recipe. Prep time is minimal, and resulting taste is maximum !

Smoky White Bean and Ham Soup by Shirley Rogers

Super Good for You Cabbage Soup by Teri A

This is a soup I make to jump start my healthy eating regimen. I find it especially good after I have over indulged and just want to get refocused!

Sausage and White Bean Soup by jodie morgan

It is a little chilly here so a nice, hearty soup really fits the bill. This soup has a lot going for it. First of all, it’s not leftovers. Second, this is really very healthy for you and it comes in under 400 calories per serving. Plus, with all those beans and greens, you will be getting a good dose of fiber. Lastly, it’s quick to…

Brew and Bean Chili by Jackie Newgent

Beer’s not just for drinking anymore! It’s for stewing—or “eco-brewing.” As this chili is sans meat, the beer adds another layer of flavor. My favorite part of the recipe, though, is how fast it is to fix. My carbon footprint appreciates that and yours will, too. (Adapted from Big Green Cookbook by Jackie Newgent, RD)

Buffalo and Hominy Chili by James Buel

Served with fry bread and popular at pow wows and other get together. Buffalo is raised on many reservation for their meat. Some hunting is done in Montana.

Lentil Soup with Sausage & Squash by Bob Vincent

This is an easy meal for a weeknight. Lentils are a nutritional power house. They are a good source for protein and pack a hugh amount of dietary fiber. I like all types of legumes. My only issue with lentils is if they are not used in conjunction with something else and nicely spiced they can be very bland. So I added sausage…