287 broad bean recipes

Thick ground beef and black bean chili simmered with cumin, oregano, and cayenne. Ready in an hour with a rich, smoky broth that begs for a dollop of sour cream and crusty bread.

Beet greens are sauteed with ginger, garlic, scallions and tossed with soy sauce, chili bean sauce, sesame oil, and sesame seeds. A tasty and light stir-fry that can be served as a side dish or with some rice, or a few slices of bread to become a light meal.

In traditional Indian cooking, dal refers to any dried peas or beans and to the many dishes made from them. In Malaysia and Singapore, dal refers to a spicy stew made of uellow lentils that typically accompanies Indian bread. The cooking time will vary with the age of the lentil.

Delicious cornbread, and the texture was great. I used whole wheat flour, and the bread still came out soft and fluffy. Used 2 large eggs instead of 3 egg whites, 2% milk, and 2% yogurt instead of fat-free version, which definitely gave the cornbread a richer taste. Served it with homemade kale, potato and white navy bean soup. A delicious and hearty meal.

A great gluten-free recipe for a daily staple that has other benefits too. Sorghum is an important grain because it gives an alternative to wheat for those who need a gluten-free diet, it is usually eaten as a whole-grain which keeps the hull and its’ nutrients intact. Sorghum contains selenium and niacin which are thought to help in the prevention of cancer. Flax seeds are especially good for digestion because of its’ mucilage gum content which forms like a gel in the intestinal tract, while cider vinegar is proven to improve insulin sensitivity and to reduce blood sugar levels for those with Type 2 diabetes. For those bread lovers out there, here is a great excuse to have a healthy egg on toast for breakfast, a healthy fish and salad sandwich for lunch and a healthy bean and vegetable soup with a chunk of this tasty rustic bread for dinner. You’ll know which side of your bread is buttered with this recipe!

Portuguese chili beans with ground chuck, dried kidney beans, tomato sauce, cloves, and a whole red chili pepper. A hearty, mildly spiced bean stew served with crusty Portuguese bread.

Gluten-free yeast bread made with bean flour, cornmeal, cornstarch, and tapioca. A poppy-seed-topped loaf that actually rises and slices like real bread.

Bean lovers will love this delicious crockpot dish that tastes great with bread bowls or crusty bread.

Cozy up with this hearty Escarole, Beans, and Pork Ribs Soup. Tender country-style pork ribs, creamy cannellini beans, and vibrant escarole simmer in a savory tomato-infused broth. A comforting Italian-style one-pot meal perfect with crusty bread on chilly days.

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

Vegetarian bean pate purees a 7-bean and barley mix with tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and cumin into a thick Mediterranean-style spread. Serve chilled with whole wheat bread or crackers.

Slow cooker pinto beans with a full pound of bacon, red onion, garlic, brown sugar, tomato sauce, and smoky adobo. Serve over thick buttered French bread soaked in the bean broth.

This savory dish made with pinto beans is easy to make and tastes great with homemade bread.

Navajo tacos built on Indian fry bread and loaded with seasoned ground beef, pinto beans in homemade New Mexican red chile sauce, cheddar cheese, lettuce, and tomatoes.

Pecan breaded oysters sauteed golden and served on the half shell with a vanilla bean, cucumber, and tomato cream sauce. A refined seafood appetizer with Southern elegance.

Steamed maple syrup brown bread blends cornmeal, graham flour, buttermilk, and pure maple syrup with raisins. Traditional New England brown bread, steamed or baked. Pairs with baked beans.