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58 Easy Bean and Rice Recipes

Do you have a pantry full of beans and rice and not sure what to do with them? We're here to help! We've gathered our favorite easy bean and rice recipes that utilize ingredients you likely have on hand right now (or that can be modified easily)! (Click the pictures or links ... Read more →

Easy Vegan Sausage (Soy- & Gluten-Free!)

We hosted a dinner party recently, and I served our BBQ Black Bean Burgers and Cajun Sweet Potato Fries. Let's just say that was a winning combo. Plates. Were. Cleaned. I had one veggie burger left over, and while cooking up our usual weekend brunch the next day, I was craving ... Read more →

1-Pot BBQ Baked Beans

When BBQ season comes around, my mind goes straight to the beans. I've loved BBQ baked beans for as long as I can remember. They're equal parts savory and sweet with a little spice. My version includes instructions for both dry pinto beans and canned, depending on how much ... Read more →

Cauliflower Rice Burrito Bowl

It's no secret I have a thing for Mexican food. We eat it in some form at least twice a week, and I have countless recipes on the blog for tacos, beans, salads, enchiladas, and nachos on the blog. You're smart - you can see a pattern. Another favorite? The burrito bowl. It's ... Read more →

Cauliflower Rice Stuffed Peppers

Oh the wonders of cauliflower rice. Perfect in stir fries, arancini, curries... The options are endless. It was only a matter of time before I stuffed it inside peppers and called it dinner. (And spoiler alert: It's oh-so delicious.) ... Read more →

Mexican Pinto Beans From Scratch (1 Pot)

Can I admit something? I had only cooked beans from scratch once before testing this recipe. And that's because I'm not usually the type to prep dinners hours ahead of time, or make large quantities of food for later use. However, I recognize the merit in cooking ... Read more →