This creamy soup is full of Thai flavor. Lemongrass, lime, coconut milk, ginger and cilantro elevate this soup to an exotic treat. The 'tongue of fire' in the title refers to a variety of heirloom beans with that name, which have a meaty texture and an undertone of spice in them. They are firm like kidney beans - which you can use in their place if you can’t find the exotic ones. In case it's hard for you to find some of the more exotic ingredients near you, I have some easier-to-find ... Read More about Thai Coconut Tongue of Fire Soup from The Great Vegan Bean Book
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Black Bean Fudgesicles from The Great Vegan Bean Book
Today is another hot one so I'll be grabbing one of these from the freezer when I get home today. These surprising fudgesicles still taste like your childhood favorites. Like all recipes in The Great Vegan Bean Book, it is chock full of beans. One of my favorite chapters is the dessert chapter, and there are lots of chocolate recipes for Cheryl! Here are the other dessert recipes from the book: Double Chocolate Devil’s Food Cookies Pecan Chocolate Chip Chickpea Cookies Black-Eyed ... Read More about Black Bean Fudgesicles from The Great Vegan Bean Book
Bean Queso From The Great Vegan Bean Book
My favorite last minute meal is a few baked tortilla chips served up with a cup of queso from my newest book, The Great Vegan Bean Book. The base recipe is mild, but you can spice it up to suit your taste. It's perfect for a lazy spring lunch! The beans create a stable base and the cashews add a richness that's so creamy you might not believe it's really dairy-free. The nutritional yeast adds the cheesy flavor. On top of that, you can add some elements from your favorite queso like tomatoes, ... Read More about Bean Queso From The Great Vegan Bean Book
Beyond Easy (Not) Refried Beans
Now that I've gotten you to at least start thinking about getting a 1 1/2 to 2 quart slow cooker - here's another recipe for it. This time it's a savory staple that can make any meal easy - refried beans - except my beans play no part in the frying game. They're completely oil-free, so you there's no guilt, and fewer calories than the regular version! Refried beans won't win any beauty contest, but they are cheap, tasty and good for you. The recipe below is a jumping off point. You can add ... Read More about Beyond Easy (Not) Refried Beans
Beyond Easy Slow Cooker Beans – 1 1/2 Quart Version
Making beans in the slow cooker is super simple. I usually go ahead and make a pound of dried beans and freeze the extra for recipes later in the month. Sometimes I don't want to fool with all that...all I really want is about 2 1/2 to 3 cups cooked beans for what I want to make that night. This is just one more reason to have a 1 1/2 quart slow cooker. If I haven't already talked you into getting one, I'm going to try even harder this month! Why make dry beans in a slow cooker? In the ... Read More about Beyond Easy Slow Cooker Beans – 1 1/2 Quart Version