Vegan Black Bean & Soy Chorizo Chili 1 -12 ounce package Trader Joe’s Soy Chorizo, casing removed 2 canned Chipotle chilies in adobo sauce – chopped (taken from a 7 ounce can, refrigerate remaining chilies) 2 1/2 cups chopped onion 1 1/2 cups chopped green bell peppers 1 1/2 cups chopped red bell peppers 5…
Beans/Lentils
Chili Lentils for Tacos
Incredible! Oh my gosh – these chili lentils are amazing. They have a “meaty” texture to them and the seasonings were perfect. I made them to take to a friend’s house for a taco bar and everyone loved them. Even the meat lovers! The leftovers heat up well and have even more flavor than the…
Indian Mango Dal
This is not like any other Indian foods I have had. Indian recipes vary depending on what region of India it comes from. This is a more traditional Southern India style dal that is sweet and more soup like. Even if you don’t like most Indian dishes you might like this one.This recipe includes a…
Lentil and Potato Stew
Lentil and Potato Stew 1 cup lentils 4 cups water or vegetable broth 1 tsp salt substitute 1 bay leaf 3 large potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2″ cubes 1 tsp turmeric 1/4 tsp cayenne or to taste Freshly ground black pepper to taste 2 large tomatoes, peeled and chopped, or 2 cups canned chopped…
Chana Masala
I actually doubled this recipe for Chana Masala when I made it so we would have some leftovers and I am so glad I did. Garbanzo beans are cooked with fresh onions, tomatoes, garlic and seasoned with a delicious array of aromatic Indian spices. This is my new favorite comfort food! Chana Masala 1 cup fresh…
Cumin Black Beans – Instant Pot
These cumin black beans have way more flavor than any canned beans you buy. It is super easy and economical too! A 1 pound bag of dried beans is pretty inexpensive. Once cooked these beans can be put into freezer bags or freezer containers and frozen for future use. We usually eat them all before…