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Green beans amandine made in the microwave with toasted slivered almonds, melted butter, and a squeeze of lemon juice. A classic French side dish simplified for two, ready in 15 minutes flat.

Greek-style green beans and potatoes braised slow in tomato until meltingly tender, finished with a fresh hit of mint. A vegan side or light main that's even better the longer it simmers.

Thai-style stir-fried eggplant with chicken or tofu, fresh basil, red chiles, and yellow bean sauce. Ready in 30 minutes with just 7 ingredients. Serve immediately for best color.

White chocolate bark studded with toasted almonds and colorful apricot jelly beans for a quick, no-bake candy that's ready in 30 minutes.

This is a wonderful detoxifying and blood cleansing juice. Beetroots are a wonder vegetable and have recently been shown in clinical trials to lower blood pressure. They are also loaded with folic acid (critical during pregnancy) and the mineral silica, which helps the body use calcium more efficiently, thus preventing osteoporosis.

A great rendition to crockpot-made beans that are best served with bread bowls or hamburger buns.

Gefilte fish from a jar upgraded with fresh beets, carrots, and onions layered and simmered for 45 minutes. Bubbe's shortcut for holiday fish that tastes almost homemade.

A quick Italian pasta dish tossing ditalini with creamy flageolet beans, garlic, olive oil, and basil pesto. Five ingredients, 30 minutes, and a satisfying vegetarian meal on the table.

Dave's big-batch succotash with baby lima beans and corn in a creamy vegetable white sauce. Feeds a crowd and works for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any holiday spread.

Make your own Kahlua following the simple steps and you will be able to enjoy it's decadent taste in the comfort of your home.

Grilled tofu squares stuffed with julienned cucumber, carrots, bean sprouts, and pineapple, served with a sweet chili-lemon dipping sauce. A quick, light vegan snack.

Black bean chowder with ham, tomatoes, and chili powder in one pot, ready in 30 minutes. A thick, hearty soup with just five ingredients and bold Mexican-inspired flavor.

Frijoles de olla are traditional Mexican pot beans simmered with whole garlic heads, onion, and cilantro. Simple black beans cooked from dried in their own broth, no soaking required.

Rosemary beet sauce, a vivid crimson reduction made from juiced beets infused with fresh rosemary, finished with red wine and butter. A striking restaurant-style sauce for roast meats and seared fish.

Moroccan fava bean puree (bessara): dried favas simmered with garlic and cumin, blended with olive oil, served with Arab bread and a cumin-cayenne spice dip.

Easter egg nests made with chocolate-coated chow mein noodles shaped into bird's nests and filled with jelly beans. A no-bake Easter treat kids can help make.