Advertisements The holidays are barreling down on us and your calendar is probably filling up with family meals, friendly get togethers, work functions and church events. So you are probably looking for some recipes for side dishes, appetizers, and desserts to bring along. This site has hundreds of recipes that fit into these categories –Continue reading “A Dozen Holiday Meal Sides #RecipeCollection”
Category Archives: Beans
Slow Cooker Black Beans
Advertisements I am always saying, “You can’t forget about the sides,” and this recipe makes it so easy to remember! Whenever I’m making a meal with a Mexican flair, I love to include these super easy to make Slow Cooker Black Beans. They have so much flavor to the plate and are actually quite goodContinue reading “Slow Cooker Black Beans”
A Collection of Egg Recipes
Advertisements Eggs are a main staple of my households food intake. And not just because we raise chickens (currently, we have about 2 dozen chickens just for laying eggs). We have always had an egg heavy eating habit. They are just so good, an amazing source of extra protein, and so versatile. You can simplyContinue reading “A Collection of Egg Recipes”
Smoked BBQ Beans
Advertisements Baked beans are a staple of many backyard BBQ events. It makes for a tasty side dish for just about every type of smoked, grilled, or barbecued meat. Some people make them traditional – in the oven. Some make them in a slow cooker, and some make them on the grill. I have beenContinue reading “Smoked BBQ Beans”
Marinated Chickpeas
Advertisements Sometimes you just need a really simple side dish to bring to a holiday meal – or to meal prep part of the week’s lunches. This recipe for Marinated Chickpeas is so easy to put together and can stay in the fridge for about a week. They are great as a snack, and excellentContinue reading “Marinated Chickpeas”
Garlic Hummus
Advertisements When it comes to dips and spreads, I like to make them myself whenever I can. That way I know exactly what’s in it. Hummus is a popular Middle Eastern dip or spread that is served very often with any meal that includes pita breads. There are a few different versions, based on theContinue reading “Garlic Hummus”
Cheesy Chicken Beans & Rice
Advertisements Beans & Rice is a great starting point for a weeknight dinner. You can work it into so many different types of cuisines depending on the types of beans, rice and or seasoning you add to the mix. For this fun one pan meal, it takes a turn to a Mexican flavor profile byContinue reading “Cheesy Chicken Beans & Rice”
Grilled Chicken Taco w/ Beans & Corn Salsa
Advertisements Grilled Chicken is a classic topping for tacos. So to make them a little bit more interesting lets add in some homemade corn salsa and a fun bean topping that you are going to love. By mixing black beans and pinto beans you get a great texture and punch of protein. The marinade forContinue reading “Grilled Chicken Taco w/ Beans & Corn Salsa”
Cheesy Pinto Beans
Advertisements I know I say this often, but don’t forget about the side dishes when you are making your dinner plans. Some recipes are all inclusive and you don’t need to worry about a side dish. But lots of them do need a supporting dish to make for a rounded out meal. Most often youContinue reading “Cheesy Pinto Beans”
Roasted Tomato & White Bean Soup
Advertisements The amazing depth of flavor you get just taking the extra step of roasting the tomatoes, onion, garlic and herbs with olive oil. And not just the flavor but the texture is vastly improved as well. This recipe for Roasted Tomato & White Bean Soup is perfect for a blustery fall or winter day.Continue reading “Roasted Tomato & White Bean Soup”