black beans

Charred Cuban Corn Salad

| Linda

Charred Cuban Corn Salad

On today’s menu is another delicious summer salad –  crisp corn on the cob charred to perfection and mixed with a flavor combination that can’t be beat – fresh diced zucchini, black beans and the sweet tang of mango! Drizzled with a spicy vinaigrette then topped with cilantro and Cotija cheese. Oh my goodness!! Continue reading →

Fiery Roasted Black Bean Soup With Cool Ranch Yogurt

| Heidi

Fiery Roasted Black Bean Soup With Cool Ranch Yogurt 1
I just love black been soup. I make it several different ways, but this is one of my favorite. I love the heat! A little warning when you make it though…it gets hotter every day, and I always make enough for the week. It’s healthy, full of fiber and gives your metabolism a little boost. When you pair that with the cool yogurt it’s just heaven in a bite… Mmm- Mmm Good… Continue reading →

Black Bean Burger With Sun Dried Tomatoes, Basil & Goat Cheese

| Heidi

Black Bean Burger With Sun Dried Tomatoes, Basil & Goat Cheese
I really like veggie burgers, but I have to admit I prefer to make my own. I get the occasional Falafel when I am in the city, but at home it’s black bean burgers for me. I like to switch them up with different flavor profiles and this time it was with basil, sun dried tomatoes and a smear of creamy goat cheese. Yummy… Continue reading →

Black Bean & Spanish Hot Smoked Paprika Chili

| Heidi

Black Bean & Spanish Hot Smoked Paprika Chili 1

This dish is so comfy on a cold day like today. And what better way to tell my Hubby how much I love him than with a hearty black bean chili. The beans are high in fiber so they are perfect to fill your belly and the smoked paprika just warms you on the inside. So delicious and excellent I can’t wait until my next bowl!    Continue reading →

Huevos Rancheros

| Linda

Huevos Rancheros are a typical breakfast of Mexico that I first tried quite a few years ago when visiting Cancun. There are so many different additions that can be added for variety. My favorite way to make it is to top it with chorizo sausage. The spicy meat adds such a great flavor to the creamy egg & cheese along with the black bean salsa combo… Continue reading →