Red Beans and Rice by Penny Hawkins

Comfort food from New Orleans.

Baked Beans by A.L. Wiebe

I found this recipe in an old recipe book from the 1940's when I was a young bride in the early 1970's. At the time, I thought, "wow this is ancient"! lol. Well, after my disastrous first meatloaf (came out the size of a hockey puck lol), I forged ahead and gave this a try. How brave, but I finally succeeded! This has never failed…

Fresh Pintos by Groomsie

My grandmother Manuela taught me how to make these. She used to serve them in her restaurant in Mexico. A simple recipe which can be served as a side dish or even as an entree! Great to have your kids or grandchildren sort through the beans the night before. Remove broken beans, dirt and rocks before soaking.

Easy Vegetarian Chili by Jann from PA

Easy to put together and it has plenty of nutrition, too!

Jumbo Lump "Crab-less" Cakes by Rich H

Here is a nice cruelty-free alternative to crab cakes. Serve them hot with a great sauce, some potatoes and corn and you have a nice meal.

Split Pea Soup by honey

Quick Baked Beans by Orph

This is a baked bean dish that is sweetened with maple syrup only. No ketchup or processed sugar.

Southern BBQ Baked Beans by Rick

This one takes a little time but it's worth it.

Mixed Bean Soup with Andouille or Ham (A Gift in Jar Holiday Idea) by Salad Foodie

Make up your own dry bean and lentil variety or purchase ready-made. Aim for 8 or more legume types - navy, black, great northern, garbanzo, pinto, red, green split peas, lentils. Can be a good way to use up odds and ends of dried beans on hand. Fill…

Mexican Black Bean Salad by Peanut Butter and Peppers

A colorful, healthy salad that can be put together in a matter of minutes. Perfect for a side dish or as a taco filling.

Red Beans & Rice by Beth Roan

I had to find a use for my leftover ham bone from Easter.

Black-eyed Pea~Sweet Potato~Collard Green Stew by "Cheffie Cooks"

Great variety of veggies in this easy stew, cooks in no time and will also freeze well.

Reese's Peanut Butter bites by Terri Jordan

These are the best! In fact....I am going to whip up a batch for the kids and send them for Valentines Day!

Cowboy Caviar by Mark H.

When you are looking for a quick make appetizer that will be loved by all, this is the recipe for you!

17 Bean Barley Soup Flavored with Smoked Ham Hocks and Spices by Vivien

Hearty comfort food with Southern/Asian influences --17 bean and barley soup flavored with smoked ham hocks, herbs, smoked paprika, fresh ginger and Asian sauces