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Spaghetti with a Kick

Spaghetti with a Kick

4.0

Prep
Cook
Total

Instructions

  1. 1 In a large skillet heat cook the onion in the olive oil until tender. Add the spaghetti sauce, black beans, kidney beans, corn, and mix well. Stir in the cumin, red pepper sauce, salt, and ground black pepper. Simmer for 15 to 20 minutes.
  2. 2 Meanwhile, in a large pot with boiling salted water cook spaghetti until al dente. Drain.
  3. 3 Toss pasta with spaghetti sauce. Serve with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

By Lisa

Instant Pot® Tuscan Stew

Instant Pot® Tuscan Stew

Prep
15 min
Cook
55 min
Total
80 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine navy, kidney, and black beans in a multi-functional electric pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) with 6 cups water. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 27 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  2. 2 In the meantime, heat olive oil in a large stockpot over medium-high heat. Saute onion, carrots, and celery until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and saute until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add flour and stir until well coated. Pour in stock and water. Add kielbasa, salt, pepper, parsley, basil, thyme, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
  3. 3 Release pressure on the beans using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, 10 to 40 minutes. Drain.
  4. 4 Bring stew back to a boil. Add the beans and orzo. Boil until orzo is soft and flavors come together, about 9 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving.

By Rob Root

Rice Cooker Black Beans

Rice Cooker Black Beans

4.5

Prep
5 min
Cook
120 min
Total
370 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Cover black beans with 3 cups water in a large bowl; let sit for 5 minutes. Discard anything that floats to the surface. Drain.
  2. 2 Cover black beans with 3 cups fresh water in a large bowl; cover. Let soak, 4 hours to overnight. Drain.
  3. 3 Combine soaked beans and 3 cups fresh water in a rice cooker. Cook on "Porridge" setting, adding more water if needed, until tender, about 2 hours. Drain.

By chantal

Easy Refried Beans

Easy Refried Beans

Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Melt Country Crock® Spread in 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat and cook onion, stirring occasionally, 4 minutes or until tender. Stir in beans and cook, mashing with potato masher or fork, 4 minutes or until desired consistency.

By Country Crock

Smoky Black Beans

Smoky Black Beans

4.1

Prep
5 min
Cook
360 min
Total
365 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Drain the black beans from their soaking water and place in a slow cooker. Fill with enough fresh water to cover them. Cover and set to High.
  2. 2 Heat bacon drippings in a skillet over medium heat. Add onions; cook and stir until tender. Stir this into the beans along with the brown sugar, liquid smoke, molasses and jalapeno slices. Stir to blend, then cover and cook on High for 5 to 6 hours, or until beans are tender.

By ReneeW

Vegetarian Stuffed Green Peppers

Vegetarian Stuffed Green Peppers

4.4

Prep
15 min
Cook
65 min
Total
80 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. 2 In a saucepan bring 2 cups water to a boil. Add rice and stir. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
  3. 3 Combine cooked rice with black beans and chili powder. Cut the tops off of the peppers and remove the ribs and seeds. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the rice and bean mixture into the bottoms of the peppers. Lay a slice of cheese on top and repeat 3 more times, ending with cheese on top.
  4. 4 Bake in preheated oven until peppers soften, about 45 minutes.
  5. 5 Meanwhile, heat tomato sauce in a small saucepan over low to medium heat. Slice peppers in half, top with tomato sauce and serve.

By GWILYN

Quinoa and Black Bean Bliss

Quinoa and Black Bean Bliss

4.5

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring water and quinoa to a boil in a small saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook at a simmer until the water is absorbed, about 15 minutes.
  2. 2 Mix black beans and corn kernels in a large bowl; add cooked quinoa and stir. Spoon quinoa mixture into 4 bowls; top each with salsa and avocado.

By Jen

Quick Black Beans and Rice

Quick Black Beans and Rice

4.2

Prep
5 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat oil over medium-high in a large saucepan. Add onion; cook and stir until tender. Add beans, tomatoes, oregano, and garlic powder. Bring to a boil.
  2. 2 Stir in rice. Cover; reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat; let stand 5 minutes before serving.

By Kathy Miller

Honey-Chipotle Chicken

Honey-Chipotle Chicken

4.7

Prep
10 min
Cook
330 min
Total
340 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Blend honey, garlic, and chipotle peppers in adobo sauce together in a food processor until smooth.
  2. 2 Place chicken breasts in the bottom of a slow cooker and mix in honey-chipotle sauce.
  3. 3 Cook in the slow cooker on Low for 5 hours.
  4. 4 Transfer chicken to a bowl and shred using 2 forks. Return chicken to the slow cooker and stir in black beans.
  5. 5 Continue to cook on Low until cooked through, about 30 minutes more.

By Randy

Blister Beans

Blister Beans

3.4

Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the black beans and black-eyed peas with their juices. Season with garlic powder, cumin, ginger, salt, onion flakes, mustard, and hot pepper sauce. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for about 20 minutes to combine the flavors.

By Ron Rahe

Slow Cooker Santa Fe Chicken

Slow Cooker Santa Fe Chicken

4.4

Prep
10 min
Cook
210 min
Total
220 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine black beans, corn, and 1/2 cup salsa in a slow cooker. Lay chicken breasts atop black bean mixture; top with remaining 1/2 cup salsa.
  2. 2 Cover and cook on High for 3 hours.
  3. 3 Add cream cheese; cover and cook another 30 minutes. Shred chicken with two forks.
  4. 4 Spoon chicken mixture into the middle of each tortilla; roll tortillas around filling and serve.

By bdunk1998

Millet-Stuffed Peppers

Millet-Stuffed Peppers

4.3

Prep
10 min
Cook
25 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine the millet, water and vegetable bouillon in a saucepan, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the water is absorbed.
  2. 2 Slice the tops off of the peppers, and remove the seeds and cores. Set aside. When the millet is done, stir in the tomatoes and black beans. Spoon into the peppers until filled. Place the peppers into a glass baking dish, and cover with plastic wrap.
  3. 3 Cook in the microwave for 10 minutes, or until peppers are tender. Turn peppers every 2 to 3 minutes to ensure even cooking.

By SUSANK29

Rice with Black Beans

Rice with Black Beans

4.2

Prep
5 min
Cook
15 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 In a large saucepan, cook and stir onion in oil until tender and translucent, but not brown. Add tomatoes, beans, oregano and garlic powder. Bring to boil. Stir in rice, return mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer, and cover.
  2. 2 Let mixture simmer for 5 minutes. Remove pan from heat and let stand 5 minutes before serving.

By Rebecca Tally

Gluten Free Mexican Lasagna

Gluten Free Mexican Lasagna

4.4

Prep
20 min
Cook
20 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. 2 Mix chili, black beans, and onion together in a bowl.
  3. 3 Layer 4 tortillas in the bottom of the prepared baking dish; cover with 1 cup Cheddar cheese. Spoon half the chili mixture over cheese layer. Repeat 2 more layers with the remaining ingredients, ending with Cheddar cheese on top. Cover dish with aluminum foil.
  4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven until lasagna is bubbling, 20 to 30 minutes.

By Kimmie Mitchell

Simple Mexican Quinoa

Simple Mexican Quinoa

4.1

Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring water and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender and water is absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes.
  2. 2 Place vegetable blend in a microwave-safe bowl; microwave until heated through, about 5 minutes. Stir vegetable blend into quinoa.

By eaforsythe

Coconut Rice with Black Beans

Coconut Rice with Black Beans

4.1

Prep
5 min
Cook
25 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the shallot, and cook until the shallot has softened and turned translucent, about 3 minutes. Add the rice and stir until coated with the butter. Pour in the coconut milk and water; season with nutmeg. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the liquid has been absorbed and the rice is tender, about 18 minutes. Stir in the black beans, and cook a few minutes until hot.

By Kim

Ultimate Refried Beans with Cheese

Ultimate Refried Beans with Cheese

Prep
20 min
Cook
215 min
Total
955 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Cover beans with 4 inches of water and soak for at least 12 hours, or overnight.
  2. 2 Place the pot with beans and water on the stove and heat to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until much of the water has been absorbed and beans are soft enough to mash, about 2 hours.
  3. 3 Crush the beans thoroughly with a potato masher. Simmer for 1 hour more.
  4. 4 Take an immersion blender to the pot and pulverize the beans until there are no visible solids left. If any water remains, simmer until it evaporates and beans are reduced to a thick paste.
  5. 5 Add milk, lard, garlic powder, salt, chile pepper, cumin, and cayenne and stir to combine. Cook for 10 minutes more.
  6. 6 Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  7. 7 Transfer beans to a casserole dish and sprinkle with Oaxaca cheese. Cover with foil.
  8. 8 Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted, about 20 minutes, removing foil at the 15-minute mark. Serve immediately.

By Brian Genest

Calico Veggie Beans

Calico Veggie Beans

3.7

Prep
10 min
Cook
60 min
Total
70 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. 2 Stir black beans, kidney beans, butter beans, lima beans, brown sugar, onion, tomato sauce, celery, vinegar, and mustard powder together in a four-quart casserole dish; cover with aluminum foil.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour.

By Willy Emmanuel

5-Ingredient Vegetarian Chili

5-Ingredient Vegetarian Chili

5.0

Prep
5 min
Cook
30 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onions and sauté until transparent, 5 to 7 minutes.
  2. 2 Add tomatoes, beans, and chili powder; bring to a simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 20 minutes or longer.

By Senalishia

Black Beans

Black Beans

4.2

Prep
15 min
Cook
60 min
Total
1515 min

Instructions

  1. 1 In a medium stockpot, combine soaked beans (see Editor's Note), water, onion, green pepper, garlic, bay leaves, salt, cumin and oregano. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat; reduce heat to low. Simmer, covered, until beans are tender, about 1 hour. Stir occasionally and add water as necessary so that the beans don't dry out or scorch.
  2. 2 When beans are tender, stir in wine, vinegar, and olive oil.

By Ivis

Mexican Chicken I

Mexican Chicken I

4.4

Prep
Cook
Total

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C).
  2. 2 Arrange the chicken pieces in a 3 quart casserole dish or a 9x13 inch baking dish. Combine the salsa, red bell pepper, cumin, lemon juice, chili powder and garlic. Pour the mixture over the chicken. Pour the black beans on top and cover. Bake in the preheated oven for 1 to 1 1/2 hours. Serve with rice if desired.

By Margaret Rolfe

Oven-Roasted Corn and Black Bean Salsa

Oven-Roasted Corn and Black Bean Salsa

4.0

Prep
30 min
Cook
20 min
Total
170 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
  2. 2 Slice corn off of cobs and toss with olive oil. Spread across a rimmed baking sheet.
  3. 3 Roast in the preheated oven, checking frequently, for 20 to 25 minutes.
  4. 4 Meanwhile, combine tomatoes, black beans, onion, jalapeno peppers, cilantro, lime juice, and garlic in a large bowl. Stir to combine.
  5. 5 Remove corn from the oven and stir into salsa. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

By Stephanie Ferguson

Instant Pot® Baked Black Beans

Instant Pot® Baked Black Beans

4.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
55 min
Total
85 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Cook bacon, sausage, onion, and garlic for 3 to 4 minutes. Pour in broth and scrape any browned bits of the bottom of the pot. Stir in beans, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Cancel saute mode. Close and lock the lid.
  2. 2 Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions and set timer for 40 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  3. 3 Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 20 minutes. Season to taste with additional salt and pepper.

By Diana71

Pumpkin and Chicken Enchiladas

Pumpkin and Chicken Enchiladas

3.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
35 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. 2 Combine black beans, corn, pumpkin, salsa verde, chicken, and 1 cup Mexican cheese in a bowl.
  3. 3 Place about 1/2 of the mixture evenly in the corn tortillas and roll up. Place rolled tortillas, seam-side down, in an 8x11-inch baking dish. Top tortillas with the remaining mixture and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and bubbling, about 35 minutes.

By Erica08

Black Bean Turkey Burgers

Black Bean Turkey Burgers

4.7

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  2. 2 Combine ground turkey, black beans, Parmesan cheese, bread crumbs, egg, and onion soup mix in a large bowl with your hands. Divide into 6 portions; shape into patties.
  3. 3 Cook on the preheated grill until no longer pink in centers, 5 to 6 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into centers should read at least 165 degrees F (75 degrees C).

By jachandl

Jerre's Black Bean and Pork Tenderloin Slow Cooker Chili

Jerre's Black Bean and Pork Tenderloin Slow Cooker Chili

4.6

Prep
10 min
Cook
600 min
Total
610 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine pork tenderloin, onion, red pepper, black beans, salsa, chicken broth, oregano, cumin, and chili powder in a slow cooker. Set to Low and cook for 8 to 10 hours.
  2. 2 Break up pieces of cooked pork to thicken the chili before serving.

By Sally Renz Cummings

Mexican Beans and Rice

Mexican Beans and Rice

4.4

Prep
20 min
Cook
20 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat the oil in a 6-quart saucepot over medium-high heat. Add the rice, onion and pepper and cook and stir for 2 minutes.
  2. 2 Stir in the broth and tomato paste and heat to a boil. Reduce the heat to low. Cover and cook for 15 minutes or until the rice is tender. Stir in the beans and cilantro, if desired, and cook until the mixture is hot.

By Campbell's Kitchen