Tag Archives: beans

Three Bean Sausage Stew

Posted on September 9, 2011 by okieranchwife

The reason why I love soups and stews so much is that you can use the same veggies but use different spices and you can get a very different tasting dish. This has a slightly Indian style taste profile because … Continue reading →

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Black Bean Soup

Posted on August 24, 2011 by okieranchwife

Almost any soup is a good candidate for cast iron cooking and emergency cooking. This soup uses some fresh veggies but you can easily substitute with dried veggies. The canned veggies are convenient in an emergency situation. This soup has a … Continue reading →

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Black Bean and Corn Dip

Posted on August 21, 2011 by okieranchwife

This is another easy snack for hungry sports fans.  For a special treat, serve with warmed thin style tortilla chips or even flatbread. 1 can (15 ozs) Black Beans, rinsed 1 can (15 oz) White Corn, drained 3 medium Tomatoes, … Continue reading →

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White Bean Soup

Posted on August 18, 2011 by okieranchwife

Yup, I’m wanting some cool weather! Another one pot dish, that will feed a crowd of people. 3 cups dried White Beans, (Navy, Northern or cannellini) 8 cups Water 1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) 1 large Onion, Chopped … Continue reading →

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Beans Bourguignonne

Posted on August 14, 2011 by okieranchwife

This hearty dish is a vegetarian version of Beef Bourguignonne and just as tasty. 1 large Sweet Onion, chopped 2 tablespoons Butter 1 large Carrot, cut in rounds 1 large Potato, peeled and diced 1 cup Water 3 tablespoons Tomato Paste … Continue reading →

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Black Bean Dip

Posted on August 14, 2011 by okieranchwife

With the tailgating season started, this dip goes a long way to feed hungry sports fans! 2 cups canned Black Beans, rinsed 1 1/4 cup mild Salsa 3/4 cup Green Onions, chopped 1/2 teaspoon Sea Salt or to taste 1/4 … Continue reading →

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15 Bean Soup

Posted on August 14, 2011 by okieranchwife

This is a recipe that my mom gave to me about 25 years ago.  I think she must have got it from a bag of 15 bean soup mix. Either that or the dried bean company copied her recipe! LOL!  … Continue reading →

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Rustic Tuscan Tomato Stew

Posted on August 6, 2011 by okieranchwife

 I would love to visit Italy one day but for now this is a nice substitute. The mixture of canned and fresh tomatoes gives this stew a wonderful taste. Bon appetito!  ¼ cup of Extra Virgin Olive Oil 2 tablespoons … Continue reading →

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Hoppin’ John with Rice

Posted on August 5, 2011 by okieranchwife

In the south black-eyed peas are traditionally eaten on New Year’s Day for luck in the coming year. But this is good enough to have anytime. With little cooking involved, it is a good meal anytime a winter storm makes life interesting. … Continue reading →

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Peasant’s Bean Cassoulet

Posted on August 4, 2011 by okieranchwife

Great tasting stew that is packed with fiber. I’ll bet by now you are definitely seeing a trend in my cooking. Yup, I do love soups and stews.  They have that hearty and tummy warming feeling to them that takes me back … Continue reading →

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