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Paratha with Red Kidney Beans, Green Onions, and Tomato Chutney

Chef Rebecca Peizer from The Culinary Institute of America prepares an Indian flatbread called paratha. She stuffs the paratha with red kidney beans and green onions and serves it with tomato chutney. Paratha is a common breakfast food in India and Pakistan, but makes for a great shared appetizer.

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Lebanese Fattoush with Baharat Spiced Beans

Chef Rebecca Peizer from The Culinary Institute of America prepares a Lebanese bread salad called fattoush. For added protein and flavor, Chef Rebecca adds beans spiced with baharat to the recipe. Baharat means “spices” in Arabic, and is a blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, cumin, coriander, mint, black pepper, bay leaves, fennel, allspice, cloves, and mustard seeds.

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Indian Spiced Cauliflower and White Bean Patties with Pickled Black Bean and Mango Chutney and Cucumber Yogurt Sauce

Chef Rebecca Peizer from The Culinary Institute of America prepares a flavorful gluten-free and vegetarian appetizer: Indian Spiced Cauliflower and White Bean Patties with Pickled Black Bean and Mango Chutney topped with Cucumber Yogurt Sauce. The dish has a wonderful combination of sweet, savory, spicy, tart, creamy and flavors.

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Vegetarian Enchiladas with Pinto Beans, Spinach, Cheese and Salsa

Chef Lars Kronmark from The Culinary Institute of America prepares vegetarian enchiladas packed with produce. He fills them with Pinto Beans, Spinach, Cheese and Salsa.

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Vegetarian Stewed Kidney Beans, Butternut Squash, Kale and Mushrooms

Chef Lars Kronmark from The Culinary Institute of America prepares this simple, healthy, vegetarian recipe, perfect for fall:  Stewed Kidney Beans, Butternut Squash, Kale and Mushrooms with Chipotle, Basil and Garlic.

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Polpettone (Italian White Bean and Turkey Meatloaf with Braised Swiss Chard)

While you might think of meatloaf as an all-American food, the Italians have a tasty version called Polpettone. CIA Chef Scott Samuel makes this produce-packed polpettone with a blend of ground turkey and white beans and serves it with a Swiss chard marinara sauce.  

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Mexican Torta with Black Bean Purée, Roasted Crimini Mushrooms, and Chipotle Mayonnaise

Some of the trendiest flavors on contemporary tables are coming from Latin America. This Mexican-inspired sandwich is filled with flavorful puree of black beans as the main protein. Mushrooms, spicy chipotle mayonnaise, avocado and pickled jalapeño give this torta a unique and delicious flavor profile that your customers will love.

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Black Bean Omelet with Avocado Salsa Verde

Consumers are increasingly seeking options for breakfast that provide long-lasting energy and a good nutrition story. In this Mexican-inspired omelet, the black beans contribute protein, fiber, and slowly digested carbohydrates that keep the diner satisfied all morning long. More good nutrition news: This omelet provides two servings of vegetables, from the black beans and avocado salsa.

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Vegetarian Chili with Black, Kidney and Pinto Beans

This delicious, spicy vegetarian chili is packed with produce. With black beans, kidney beans, and pinto beans, the chili is hearty enough that no one will miss the meat. CIA Chef Scott Samuel’s secret for adding savory flavor is a teaspoon of cocoa powder. Chef Samuel developed this recipe for a high school foodservice audience.

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Black Bean, Brown Rice, and Jalapeno Jack Cheese Burrito with Salsa Verde

This vegetarian burrito is packed with flavorful black beans as the main protein, as well as whole grain brown rice, tomatoes, cheese, and fresh diced tomatoes. Chef Scott Samuel developed this recipe for a high school foodservice audience, and explains how to prepare the burritos a day in advance for added convenience.

Grilled Shrimp Skewers with Rosemary White Beans and Sautéed Swiss Chard

The white beans in this dish take on the flavors of the chile and fresh herbs. The rosemary brings beautiful aromatics to this versatile dish that can be easily scaled to an entrée or appetizer portion. Grilling the shrimp on the rosemary skewers enhances the herb’s flavor throughout the dish and creates an elegant presentation option.

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Roasted Halibut with Spicy Black Bean Cakes

In this Latin-inspired dish, the silky richness of the halibut is offset by earthy and spicy black bean cakes. Sweet potatoes temper and balance the heat from the jalapeños in the bean cakes. A squeeze of lime right before serving is a great way to brighten all of these flavors.

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Grilled Flatbread with Spicy White Bean Purée, Mushrooms, Kale and Italian Sausage

This flatbread is both decadent and packed with nutrition. The whole wheat crust is topped with kale, oyster mushrooms, and white beans. In place of heavy alfredo sauce, Chef Scott prepares a creamy white bean puree as the base sauce on this flatbread. The flatbread could easily be prepared vegetarian by omitting the wild boar sausage.

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Brown Rice and Kidney Bean Salad with Roasted Peppers, Apples and Sherry Vinaigrette

This flavorful whole grain salad uses multiple varieties of beans and vegetables to add beautiful color to the dish. Serve this salad as a side dish or even inside a wrap as a lunch entree. Chef Samuel developed this recipe for a high school foodservice audience.

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Kale and Cannellini Bean Salad with Creamy White Bean Dressing

With its earthy flavor, robust texture, and stellar nutritional accolades, it’s been hard to miss kale’s ascension to stardom. This kale salad with white beans, fennel, edamame, and a parmesan crisp is sure to please. In place of less healthful ingredients like sour cream or mayonnaise typically used in creamy dressings, Chef Scott achieves the same richness by blending white beans into the dressing.

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Roasted Salmon, Quinoa and Black Bean Salad

This salad presents a trio of ingredients with incredible health halos. Consumers associate salmon with heart health promoting omega-3. Quinoa, a popular ingredient in Peruvian kitchens, is increasing in popularity as consumers seek out more whole grains. And black beans provide fiber, protein, and low glycemic index carbohydrates that provide long-lasting energy. But enough about the nutrition benefits; this salad should be sold on flavor, with a dressing that bridges the richness of the salmon, the nuttiness of the quinoa, and the sweetness of the black beans.

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Indian Spiced Black Bean Burgers

Americans are increasingly seeking vegetarian menu options. The increase in what is being called flexitarian eating is being driven by concerns about health and the environment. This vegetarian burger has a satisfying, full flavor and meaty texture. Add some sweet potato fries on the side to capitalize on consumers who are seeking familiar favorites with a twist.

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Pita Pocket with White Bean and Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

With Americans increasingly seeking out vegetarian menu options, this vegetable-packed sandwich is sure to please. While everybody makes hummus with chick peas, this pita pocket is filled with a hummus that Chef Scott Samuel makes with white beans, roasted red peppers, cumin and cayenne.  

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Spicy Black Bean and Chicken Tostadas with Avocado, Lettuce and Sour Cream

This tostada is topped with spicy black beans, chicken fajita strips, avocado, tomatoes and shredded lettuce and cheese. The same toppings could also be used for a healthier take on nachos. Chef Samuel developed this recipe for a high school foodservice audience.

Classic Baked Beans

Baked beans are an American classic. This updated version is perfectly balanced with sweetness from the molasses and brown sugar, smokiness from the bacon, and a bit of acid from the onion, mustard, and tomato paste. Using two different colors of beans creates a more visually appealing dish.

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Stir-Fried Green Beans with Black Beans

This Asian stir fry features three types of beans: black beans, green beans, and a black bean sauce. While black beans aren’t a typical Asian stir fry ingredient, they are complemented perfectly with the rich and flavorful black bean sauce. Black bean sauce is made from fermenting black soybeans, a process that gives the beans a sharp, pungent, and umami-rich flavor.

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Sausage and White Bean Soup with Kale and Basil Pesto

This simple soup incorporates cannellini beans, Tuscan kale, and pork sausage. Chef Scott Samuel adds some pizzazz to the ground pork by adding traditional Andouille flavors: paprika, cayenne, thyme and sage. He suggests swapping spinach for kale in case it is not available. Chef Samuel developed this recipe for a high school foodservice audience.

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Ribollita (Tuscan Bread and Bean Soup)

Ribbolita is a traditional Tuscan dish, a celebration of beans, seasonal vegetables, and the first press of extra virgin olive oil. The addition of bread turns a light soup into a satisfying dish that can be served as a main course. Add another layer of flavor by grating some aged Parmeggiano Reggiano over the top before service or at the table.

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Stuffed King Olives Braised in a Tomato Sauce with White Beans

Chef Bill Briwa from The Culinary Institute of America shares one of his favorite recipes: Stuffed Olives Braised in Tomato Sauce. The Tunisian-inspired spicy sauce that accompanies the stuffed olives is made with tomatoes, white beans, capers, preserved lemons, and cumin.

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Bolognese Sauce with Kidney Beans, Mushrooms, and Pappardelle

Chef Bill Briwa from The Culinary Institute of America shows us how to make an old world comfort food classic with a contemporary twist. He prepares Pappardelle with Bolognese Sauce, but swaps out some of the meat for healthier kidney beans.

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Chicken Larb with Toasted Rice and Pinto Beans

Chef Bill Briwa from The Culinary Institute of America prepares larb, a classic Thai salad with a twist. He adds pinto beans to the salad for their creamy texture and extra kick of protein. Toasted rice that has been ground to a powder add a special nutty flavor to the salad.

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Multigrain Bruschetta with White Bean Spread and Swiss Chard

Chef Lars Kronmark from The Culinary Institute of America prepares a bruschetta on multigrain bread topped with rosemary navy bean puree and garlicky Swiss chard. This is a quick, healthy and flavorful recipe great for any meal of the day!

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Spanish Navy Bean Soup with Chorizo and Leeks Topped with a Poached Egg

Chef Lars Kronmark from The Culinary Institute of America shows us how to make one of his favorite soups from Spain: Navy Bean, Chorizo and Leek Soup with a Poached Egg. The beans, egg and chorizo make this protein-packed soup a hearty meal for lunch or dinner. The soup’s rich flavor is enhanced with the addition of several members of the allium family: garlic, leeks and onion.

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Jamaican Jerk BBQ Baked Beans

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  • 1   ea. Ham hock, small, smoked
  • 2   Tbsp. Canola oil
  • 1   lb. Onions, minced
  • 3   ea. Garlic cloves, minced
  • 1   tsp. Smoked paprika
  • ¼   tsp. Allspice
  •  ¼   tsp. Nutmeg
  • ¼   tsp. Cinnamon
  • ½   tsp. Ground black pepper
  • 1   tsp. Garlic powder
  • 1   tsp. Cayenne
  • 1   tsp. Onion powder
  • 1   tsp. Thyme, dried
  • ½    tsp. Salt
  • 1   cup Canned tomatoes, small dice
  • 1½   lb. Navy beans, soaked overnight
  • 1   cup Ketchup
  • 1   ea. Beer (ale or lager)
  • ¼   cup Coleman’s dry mustard
  • 3   oz. Molasses
  • 2   oz. Jaggery or dark brown sugar
  • 2   oz. Apple cider vinegar
  • 1   qt. Water