American beans recipes costing less than $2.5 per serving

Lentil Soup

This is my super easy, staple Lentil soup that everyone eats and enjoys. It's healthy and mild, good for everyone.

16 Bean Soup

Kidney Bean Chili with Turkey, Tempeh, or Beef

This is reminiscent of the chili my mother used to make. It is hearty and flavorful. I make it with turkey,…

Chipotle Black Bean Humus

This is a spicy humus/bean dip I made to dip with pita chips, veggies or to spread on wraps or sandwiches. Reduce the amount of chipotle peppers if…

Slow-Cooker White Bean & Kielbasa Stew

By Charlyne Mattox , November, 2011

Lemon~Pecan Green Beans

Lovely side dish full of flavor!

Spicy Black Eyed Peas

Very spicy Black eyed peas. If you want more heat add the cayenne if you dare!!!!

Four Bean Casserole

Good Luck Black-Eyed Pea Crockpot Chili

Ensuring good luck for the New Year means including black-eyed peas on your menu. This chili makes for a…

Jennie's Senate Navy Bean Soup

My mom's fabulous Senate Navy Bean Soup...from her recipe card that's at least 30 years old!

Italian Bean Patties

Great little change of pace from the usual fare. I love cooking like my grandma and mama did. Both were SO creative, coming up with dishes that…

Rice and Beans Southwest Style

This recipe is adapted from one I found along time ago in a Richard Simmons diet cookbook.

Red Beans n Rice 400pp@ 1c beans 1/3c rice

Ham & Bean Stew

This is a hearty and healthy Spring stew. It is easy to make, can be made in advance and stores in the refrigerated for several days.

BLACK & NAVY BEAN VEGGIE BURGERS

PREHEAT OVEN TO 375 DEGREES F. AND BAKE ON GREASED COOKIE SHEET WITH PARCHMENT PAPER TO KEEP FROM STICKING.…