Texas Style Pinto Beans by Sergio Hernandez

Slightly spicy cumin, cilantro and jalapenos lend a Southwestern Tex/Mex flair to tender pinto beans in this recipe. I've added a ham hock and/or bacon for added flavor. Goes well with the spanish rice recipe I've posted.

Artichoke Hearts, Fava Beans & Sun-dried Tomatoes by Amos Miller

It's mid-Winter. You're dyin' for Spring. Still too early for fresh favas and artichokes in the markets. Try this... With farm-fresh ingredients, this is a vegetarian's main course in the restaurant. But, let's pretend you can't get the magnificent fresh vegetables and you are forced to scour the shelves of the cupboard, pantry…

Black eyed pea salad by Carol E. Smith

Chicken Fettuccini with Lemon-Caper Cream by Terri Jordan

The presentation of this dish will definitely impress your guests. Serve this up in a big, flat pasta bowl and garnish with some fresh parsley.

Crumbled Tempeh by John Spottiswood

Ok, for anyone familiar with tempeh this is a super basic recipe. But if you haven't cooked it before, and want a simple, delicious, and flexible way to prepare it, then this is a great place to start. Mark Bittman as this as one of his basic recipes in his How to Cook Everything Vegetarian cookbook. Serve it on a salad, over…

Shrimp appetizers by georges skaf

lemon mousse by georges skaf

you can make this also with passion fruit, or pineaple

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.

Armenian Red Lentil Balls - Vospov Kheyma by John Spottiswood

Traditionally, Kheyma is a made with meat (raw beef patty). However, during Lent many Armenians prefer Vospov Kheyma as a vegetarian alternative. Our friends the Bedrosians brought these over as an appetizer last night. He said it was a bit spicier than his mother usually made, but we all thought they were perfect. If you want less…

Rosemary-scented lentils and sausage by Kimberly Lindstrom

Best. lentils. Ever.

Black Bean Brownies - 2 pts by Leah Thompson

Servings: 20 servings  Time: Baking time varies  Points: 2 ww points

Two Rooms Hummous by Matthew Crabbe

A thick spread made from mashed chickpeas in the style of the restaurant Two Rooms. Can be served as an accompaniment with fish or used as a dip.

Balsamic Green Bean Salad by Mary Shaldibina

I prepared this salad on thanksgiving evening, and everybody liked it! The tangy flavors and crunch of this eye-appealing side complement any special meal or holiday potluck. Also, the best part is that you can prepare it ahead.

Cilantro Lime Taco Soup by Robyn Medlin

Well, I may be “Grill Girl” but I still use my stove top from time to time just to make sure I remember how. This week we got hit by a tropical depression so the grilling conditions were less than ideal. However, it was the perfect time to be cozy inside and make this hearty soup. Here’s a little secret you don’t have to tell your…

Mashed Favas with Warm Tomatoes and Feta by Mark Bittman

Fava beans come in many forms, and you can use any of them in this recipe. If you have the time to cook a batch, dried favas (the most traditional) will give you a nuttier flavor and a deep, coffee-colored dish with complex flavors. (Buy split dried favas instead of whole, or you'll have to squeeze them out of their skins after you…