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And do you have any advice for cooking dried black beans except for soaking them overnight?

1/4 cup raw pumpkin seeds or any nuts like almonds, walnuts, pecans, etc. 1/4 cup dark chopped chocolate — chilled 1 cup dried figs — stems removed and soaked for an hour 2 soft dates — pitted and chopped one 15 oz can black beans, about 1 3/4 cups — rinsed and drained well, or the same amount of cooked black beans 1 small beet — peeled and finely shredded — optional 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder 2 tablespoons coconut oil — melted 1 tablespoon chia seeds 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pinch of salt 1.

Ella I bought some dried black beans and have no idea how to cook them!!!

2 large onions Oil for frying — I use a tsp of coconut oil 3 cloves garlic 1 - 2 chillies 1 tsp cumin — seeds or powder 1/2 tsp coriander powder 1/2 tsp smoked paprika 1/2 -1 tsp hot / sweet Spanish paprika Sprinkle of dried oregano — optional Sprinkle of fennel seeds — optional Handful of mushrooms — I used one large Portobello mushroom Black beans — 2 x 400g tins / 500g cooked weight of dried, soaked & boiled beans 75g porridge oats — gluten free / conventional Zest & juice of 1 lime Fresh coriander — optional Salt / black pepper Flour for rolling / shaping — use rice or chickpea flour if you are glutenBlack beans — 2 x 400g tins / 500g cooked weight of dried, soaked & boiled beans 75g porridge oats — gluten free / conventional Zest & juice of 1 lime Fresh coriander — optional Salt / black pepper Flour for rolling / shaping — use rice or chickpea flour if you are glutenblack pepper Flour for rolling / shaping — use rice or chickpea flour if you are gluten free

Black Beans filling 2 tablespoons refined coconut oil or extra-virgin olive oil 1 cup diced sweet onion 4 medium garlic cloves, minced 3 diced fresh tomatoes 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional) 1/2 tsp plus 1/8 tsp fine sea salt, or to taste 1 cup canned crushed tomatoes 2 small red & / or green bell pepper, chopped 1 (14 - ounce) can or 2 cups black beans, drained & rBlack Beans filling 2 tablespoons refined coconut oil or extra-virgin olive oil 1 cup diced sweet onion 4 medium garlic cloves, minced 3 diced fresh tomatoes 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional) 1/2 tsp plus 1/8 tsp fine sea salt, or to taste 1 cup canned crushed tomatoes 2 small red & / or green bell pepper, chopped 1 (14 - ounce) can or 2 cups black beans, drained & rBeans filling 2 tablespoons refined coconut oil or extra-virgin olive oil 1 cup diced sweet onion 4 medium garlic cloves, minced 3 diced fresh tomatoes 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional) 1/2 tsp plus 1/8 tsp fine sea salt, or to taste 1 cup canned crushed tomatoes 2 small red & / or green bell pepper, chopped 1 (14 - ounce) can or 2 cups black beans, drained & rblack beans, drained & rbeans, drained & rinsed

Ingredients: Organic pasta (organic semolina flour, organic whole wheat flour, water), organic tomato puree, organic diced tomatoes, organic zucchini, filtered water, part - skim mozzarella and parmesan cheeses (pasteurized part - skim milk, culture, salt, enzymes [without animal enzymes or rennet]-RRB-, ricotta cheese (pasteurized whey, pasteurized milk, vinegar, salt), organic spinach, cottage cheese (Fresh cultured milk, cream, nonfat dry milk, salt guar gum, carrageenan, locust bean gum, citric acid), organic onions, organic carrots, organic mushrooms, organic green onions, extra virgin olive oil, organic cane sugar, organic red wine vinegar, balsamic vinegar, organic garlic, grain vinegar, ground mustard seeds, spices, black pepper

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1/2 pound sliced mushrooms 1/4 teaspoon fine grain sea salt 4 cups cooked black beans 3 celery stalks, chopped 1/3 cup sliced dried figs 1/3 cup chopped toasted almonds

* 2 cups uncooked quinoa, soaked for 2 - 3 hours (optional) and then rinsed thoroughly in a fine - mesh strainer * 4 cups water * 2 cups fresh corn (cut from from approximately 2 ears) or organic frozen corn * 1 very small red onion, diced * juice of 2 plump limes * two 15 - ounce cans (or one 28 - ounce can) of organic black beans, drained and rinsed (or soak and then cook an equivalent amount of dried beans) * 2 tablespoons minced jalapeño chile, or to taste * 1 ripe avocado, diced * 1 large bell pepper (I used a red one), diced * 1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped * 6 tablespoons avocado oil or extra-virgin olive oil * Coarse sea salt and finely ground black pepper

Ingredients: Instant Freeze Dried Brown Rice *, Black Beans *, Bell Pepper *, Onion *, Garlic *, Sunflower Oil *, Chili Pepper *, Cumin *, Black Pepper *, Sea Salt * (* Organic).

1 onion, peeled and halved (if using slow cooker) or chopped (if using stove top) 3 cups dry pinto beans, rinsed 1/2 fresh jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped 2 tablespoons minced garlic 5 teaspoons braggs 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin, optional 9 cups water 1/4 teaspoon of paprika 1 tbsp olive oil freshly squeezed lemon, to taste

This salad includes quinoa, kale, lettuce, avocado, black beans, cherry tomatoes, carrots and dried veggie chips, and the dressing is made with cherry tomatoes, salt, cilantro, red onion, chili and lime juice.

Corn and Black Bean Salsa Ingredients (or you can use store bought) 16 oz fresh corn on the cob (or a can of corn) 1 can of black beans rinsed or 1 cup dry beans, soaked overnight then cooked 3 roma tomatoes chopped 1/2 red onion, chopped 1/2 fresh jalapeno pepper finely chopped 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped Juice from 2 fresh limes Whole bunch of chopped fresh cilantro A dash of your favorite hot sauce (I use ChaBlack Bean Salsa Ingredients (or you can use store bought) 16 oz fresh corn on the cob (or a can of corn) 1 can of black beans rinsed or 1 cup dry beans, soaked overnight then cooked 3 roma tomatoes chopped 1/2 red onion, chopped 1/2 fresh jalapeno pepper finely chopped 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped Juice from 2 fresh limes Whole bunch of chopped fresh cilantro A dash of your favorite hot sauce (I use Chablack beans rinsed or 1 cup dry beans, soaked overnight then cooked 3 roma tomatoes chopped 1/2 red onion, chopped 1/2 fresh jalapeno pepper finely chopped 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped Juice from 2 fresh limes Whole bunch of chopped fresh cilantro A dash of your favorite hot sauce (I use Chalula)

I understand they have more additives than say, dry black beans, but do they still contain all the benefits??

I've made a vegetarian version; I often prepare dried black beans instead of using canned; I've used fresh pumpkin, added sausage... Thank you!

Combine dried black beans with water in crockpot.

Three 15 1/2 ounce cans black beans (about 4 1/2 cups), rinsed and drained 1 cup drained canned tomatoes, chopped 1 1/4 cups chopped onion 1/2 cup minced shallot 4 garlic cloves minced 1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons ground cumin 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter 4 cups beef broth a 16 - ounce can pumpkin puree (about 1 1/2 cups) 1/2 cup dry Sherry 1/2 pound cooked ham, cut into 1 / 8 - inch dice 3 to 4 tablespoons Sherry vinegar

1 pound dried black beans 8 cups water 2 Tbsp olive oil 6 slices of good - quality bacon, chopped into 1 inch pieces 1 1/2 cups chopped onion 1 1/2 cups chopped green bell pepper 4 cloves garlic, minced Olive oil for sautéing 1 Tbsp Sazon completa 1 Tbsp ground cumin 2 bay leaf 1/2 cup dry cooking wine 2 Tbsp white wine vinegar Chopped cilantro for garnish Salt & pepper to taste 1/2 tsp baking soda

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Filling: 3 medium sweet potatoes, baked or microwaved until tender I - 14 ounce can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained 2 tablespoons orange or apricot marmalade 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast (available at health food stores and some grocery stores near the flour) 1 tablespoon dry or 3 tablespoons fresh minced parsley Garlic salt or powder to taste Onion powder to taste Coarse sea or kosher salt to taste Freshly ground black pepper to taste

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That's definitely the case here — add 16 oz of dried black beans and 6 cups of vegetable broth and water (I used 4 cups of broth and 2 cups of water) to your slow cooker.

This one's made in a slow - cooker with dried black beans, which will taste fresher and have a ton more flavor than the canned variety.

Ingredients: 2 red onions, finely chopped 2 cloves of garlic, finely chopped Glug, love Jamie's term, of olive oil 2 teaspoons of cumin 2 teaspoons of cinnamon 1 teaspoon of oregano 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper 1/2 teaspoon of dried red chili flakes Salt and pepper to taste 1 15 oz of canned tomatoes 1 fresh tomato 1/2 bottle red wine 1 can of black beans, drained and rinsed 1 can of red kidney beans, drained and rinsed 1 large portobello mushroom, roughly chopped 5 large shiitake mushrooms, roughly chopped

1 tbsp olive oil 1 onion, peeled and chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 carrots, peeled and chopped 2 tsp dried basil 1 tsp dried oregano 1 tsp dried parsley 1 cup white wine 3 tomatoes, chopped 2 cans white beans, drained and rinsed 4 cups vegetable stock 1 tsp sea salt cracked black pepper 2 cups kale, roughly chopped 6 tsp basil pesto

1 onion, fine diced 5 cloves of garlic, minced olive oil 6 slices of smoky bacon 1 lb pork shoulder, large cubes 1 cup dried black beans, soaked overnight chorizo sausage links, sliced 3 bay leaves dried chili flake to taste, optional 1 TBL coriander seeds, toasted and then finely ground enough water or stock to cover rice vinegar to serve

So, for this often requested clone recipe, I sped up the process by incorporating canned black beans, rather than the dry ones.

Mrs. Grimes Black Beans, peppers, onions, garlic, salsa, chicken broth, and dried herbs and spices are added to a slow cooker then simmered until the vegetables are tender.

To a 6 - quart slow cooker add 2, 15oz cans Mrs. Grimes Black Beans that have been drained and rinsed, 2 chopped bell peppers, 1 — 2 minced jalapeno peppers (1 is mild enough for Cameron to eat,) 1/2 chopped yellow onion, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 cup salsa, 2-1/2 cups chicken broth, and herbs and spices including chili powder, cumin, salt, and dried oregano.

• Olive oil 1 pound lean ground beef • Salt • Black pepper 1 teaspoon dry oregano 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon chili powder 1/4 teaspoon paprika 1 red onion, diced 2 small red bell peppers, cored, seeded and diced 3 cloves garlic, pressed through garlic press 1tablespoon tomato paste 1 extra-large sweet potato (or 2 small), peeled and diced into medium - small cubes 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained of juice 1 cup beef (or chicken) stock, warm 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro 4 green onions, chopped, divided use 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided use • Sour cream, as optional garnish

Recipe by Check full recipe at Ingredients: beans, black beans, cheddar, cheese, cloves, cumin, fat, garlic, lime, lime (juice), oregano, salt, tomatoes, onions, onion, dried,...

Good sources in the legume group include navy, black, pinto, lima, and kidney beans, as well as lentils and dried peas.

2 tbsp olive oil 1 medium yellow onion, diced 1 red pepper, diced (without seeds) 1 small zucchini, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 14 oz can diced tomatoes with green chilis 1 14 oz can tomato sauce 1 14 oz can black beans, drained and rinsed 1 cup dry green lentils 14 oz water 4 oz salsa 1 tbsp chili powder 1 tsp cumin

1 Large can cooked Black beans 1 Large onion, chopped (1 TBS dried) 1 Large green or red bell pepper, chopped Cream of Chicken soup substitute (see recipe below) 1 (4 oz.)

4 - 5 orange bell peppers 1 cup dry quinoa + 2 cups water 1 15oz can unsweetened corn kernels 1 15oz can low sodium black beans 1 4oz can diced green chiles 1/2 cup diced tomatoes 1/2 yellow onion 1/2 cup shredded pepper jack cheese 1 Tbsp Southwest / Fajita seasoning (I used Mccormick Salt - Free Southwest)

My friend Maria from Mexico City taught me how to make authentic enchilada sauce with dried chiles and tomatoes, which I put over slightly roasted and peeled pablanos stuffed with black beans and red or brown rice.

Refried beans are a regular in the Tin and Thyme household and as a result we get through quite a lot of black beans; rather than buy tins which work out to be rather expensive, I like to buy packs of dried beans, cook them in the slow cooker, divide into tin sized portions and keep in the freezer until needed.

1 poblano chile 1/2 pound fresh tomatillos, husks removed 2 serrano chiles, stemmed, quartered, and deseeded 1/2 medium yellow onion, roughly chopped 4 garlic cloves, chopped 1 cup roughly chopped fresh cilantro, plus more for serving 1/2 cup roughly chopped fresh parsley 1 ounce baby spinach leaves (about 1 cup) 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice 6 cups vegetable broth 1 - 29 ounce can hominy, rinsed and drained 1 - 15 ounce can black beans, rinsed and drained 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice Coarse salt Grated Monterey Jack cheese, shredded purple cabbage and crumbled tortilla chips for serving

3 C Dried Black Beans, soaked and boiled 1 Pkg Frozen Cauliflower, defrosted and microwaved 1 Bulb Garlic, roasted 2 C So Delicious Dairy Free Unsweetened Almond Milk 3 Tbsp Trader Joe's Olive Oil 3 Pkgs Button Mushrooms, chopped 2 Red Onions, chopped 5 Carrots, sliced thin 4 Large Zucchini, chopped small 1 Pkg Frozen Kale, defrosted 1 Tbsp Oregano 1 Tbsp Cumin 1 Tsp Chili Pepper Flakes 1 Tsp Cinnamon

1 tablespoon olive oil 1 medium onion, diced 2 large coves garlic, minced 1/2 cup water or vegetable broth 16 ounces soy crumbles or diced chicken flavored seitan (or 8 ounces faux meat plus 8 ounces cooked rice) 1/2 cup (4 ounces) vegan cream cheese 1 1/2 cups shredded vegan cheddar or cheddar - jack blend 1 package taco seasoning or 1 tablespoon ground cumin, 2 teaspoons smoked paprika or chili powder, and 1 teaspoon dried oregano 2 cups roasted butternut squash chunks (spray 1 - inch chunks with non-stick spray and roast at 450 degrees for 10 minutes on each side) 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained 1 - 15.5 ounce can corn, drained 1/2-15.5 ounce can pureed pumpkin

1 corn or rice tortilla 1 tbsp of pizza sauce (I use store bought — homemade would be great) 2 tbsp of black beans 2 tbsp of corn 2 sundried tomatoes (soaked for a couple of minutes in warm water and sliced) 1 clove of garlic, minced a sprinkle of fresh or dried basil (I only had dried) 2 tbsp of homemade nacho cheeze (store bought would work) 1/4 of an avocado, sliced a sprinkle of vegan parmesan (I used parma) a dash of fresh cilantro

I really like cooking dried black beans in the slow cooker.

So when we had some extra dried black beans lying around, he decide to make another attempt at black bean dip.

I have some dry black and beans, but I don't have time to soak and cook them first.

1 tablespoon olive oil 1 small onion, chopped 2 carrots, cut in 1/4 inch pieces 1 celery rib, cut in 1/4 inch dice 1 small rutabaga, peeled, cut in 1/4 inch dice 1 small fennel bulb, trimmed, fronds removed, cut in 1/4 inch dice 1 small zucchini, cut in 1/4 inch dice 6 cups chicken stock 1 15 - ounce can chopped tomatoes with juice 1 bay leaf 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon salt, plus extra to taste 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 2 - inch chunk of rind from Parmigiano or Pecorino Romano cheese 1 15 - ounce can cannellini or northern beans, drained 2 - 3 large Swiss chard leaves, ribs and stems removed, coarsely chopped Grated Parmigiano or Pecorino Romano cheese for garnish Fresh Italian parsley leaves for garnish

Beans and shells 1 1/4 cups dried white beans (or two 15 - ounce cans of beans) 2 cloves garlic, peeled and left whole 3 teaspoons salt, plus more to taste One 12 - ounce box jumbo pasta shells 3/4 -1 cup kale pesto Zest of 2 lemons Freshly ground black pBeans and shells 1 1/4 cups dried white beans (or two 15 - ounce cans of beans) 2 cloves garlic, peeled and left whole 3 teaspoons salt, plus more to taste One 12 - ounce box jumbo pasta shells 3/4 -1 cup kale pesto Zest of 2 lemons Freshly ground black pbeans (or two 15 - ounce cans of beans) 2 cloves garlic, peeled and left whole 3 teaspoons salt, plus more to taste One 12 - ounce box jumbo pasta shells 3/4 -1 cup kale pesto Zest of 2 lemons Freshly ground black pbeans) 2 cloves garlic, peeled and left whole 3 teaspoons salt, plus more to taste One 12 - ounce box jumbo pasta shells 3/4 -1 cup kale pesto Zest of 2 lemons Freshly ground black pepper

1 can organic black beans rinsed or 1 1/2 cup cooked beans from dried 1/4 - 1/2 red onion diced 1/4 - 1/2 white onion diced 1/2 anaheim pepper diced 1 small red or orange pepper diced Handful fresh cilantro chopped Sea Salt and pepper to taste 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp epazote 1 tsp ground chipotle 1 TB tapioca flour to mix into cakes

dry pasta 1 tsp olive oil 1/2 cup red onion, chopped 1 medium jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped 2 bell peppers, chopped (I used red and yellow) 1 clove garlic, minced 1 - 2 Tbsp taco seasoning mix * 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed 2 cups Enchilada sauce, divided (recipe below) 1 cup cheese, divided (Cheddar, Mexican blend, or Monterey Jack) 1/2 cup chopped green onions, plus 1 Tbsp for garnish 2 Tbsp cilantro, plus 1 Tbsp for garnish Salt & pepper, to taste 20 tortilla chips (about 2 handfuls), crushed Sour cream, salsa, and / or avocado, for serving

* I wasn't able to add the black beans this time (I had dry beans soaking and cooking all day but they refused to soften!)

2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1 Scotch bonnet chile, stem and seeds removed, minced or substitute 2 fresh cayenne chiles 1 to 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 onion, diced 3 tablespoons curry powder 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/4 teaspoon salt 3 cups cooked, peeled, diced potato 2 cups water 2 tablespoons tamarind paste dissolved in 1/4 cup water (optional) 1 15 - ounce can garbanzo beans, drained Vegetable oil for frying