beans – Ash's In The Kitchen

Meatball Minestrone Soup

Truth be told, the only time I’d ever tried minestrone soup was from a can. It was so gross that I never had any interest in having it again. It’s soup week at school and low and behold, Minestrone is on the menu. I now have a very different opinion! It was absolutely phenomenal! 2Continue reading “Meatball Minestrone Soup”

InstaPot Ancho Chicken Bowls

Andrew loves Mexican food, so I find myself making this quite a lot. It’s quick, tasty and inexpensive to make! You can top it with whatever toppings you like or you can serve everything over lettuce to make an awesome taco salad. Chicken: 3 large Chicken Breasts 2 Tablespoons Ancho Chile Paste 2 cups ChickenContinue reading “InstaPot Ancho Chicken Bowls”

Loaded Turkey & Veggie Chili

A little bit of a cheat since beans really aren’t part of my diet plan, but I need them in my chili. I made some cheese crisps to use as chips and topped the chili with sour cream, cheese and avocado. So delicious! 2 lbs Ground Turkey 1 cup Zucchini; cored & chopped ½ cupContinue reading “Loaded Turkey & Veggie Chili”

Taco Egg Rolls

Southwest Egg Rolls are what’s for dinner! It’s a great way to use up any extra taco meat you have in the fridge. I made a lot so I can freeze some and pop them in my Air Fryer on busy days. Kids LOVE these just as much as adults do and they disappear fast!Continue reading “Taco Egg Rolls”

Homemade Black Beans

There is no price comparison when it comes to canned black beans and homemade. They’re so much richer in flavor and they’re not as hard as you think to make. You can also cook these in an InstaPot or slow cooker, but I prefer them on the stovetop. I definitely recommend cooking them with brothContinue reading “Homemade Black Beans”

Queso Chicken and Beef Chimichangas

Queso Cheese Beef Chicken Fried Chimichangas Recipe by Ash's In The Kitchen

Queso Chicken and Beef Chimichangas for dinner tonight. It’s fiesta time! Served with Mexican Rice and Corn Slaw. I briefly pan fry then air fry mine to minimize calories. 6 large Tortillas 1 cup Pepper Jack Cheese 1 cup Queso Cheese 1 ½ cups Mexican Rice ½ cup Black Beans 1 Tablespoon Cilantro ¼ cupContinue reading “Queso Chicken and Beef Chimichangas”

Pilfered Pantry Taco Casserole

Pilfered Pantry Ground Beef Taco Casserole Recipe by Ash's In The Kitchen

More pantry pilfering! This time it’s a delicious Taco Casserole! You can substitute chicken or turkey for beef with great results. 1 pound Ground Beef 1 large Tomato; chopped 1 large Garlic Clove; minced 1 cup Red Onion; chopped 1 cup Radish; chopped ¼ cup Taco Seasoning 1 can Refried Beans 1 cup Sour CreamContinue reading “Pilfered Pantry Taco Casserole”

Beef Taco Pizza

I love Taco Pizza! You can substitute the refried beans for enchilada sauce, but I prefer the creaminess of the beans. It’s by far one of my favorite pizzas! Preheating the pizza stone is key for a crispy crust that’s fluffy on the inside. Be sure to sprinkle corn meal to keep it from stickingContinue reading “Beef Taco Pizza”

Full English Fry Up

I made a Full English Fry Up for the first time! Couldn’t find Black Pudding anywhere so I substituted fried Andouille. The BBQ Bourbon Baked Beans definitely stole the show! I added in mustard powder and fresh Thyme and they are leagues better than any of those canned beans! I added some toast and AppleContinue reading “Full English Fry Up”

Brown Sugar Bourbon Baked Beans

Brown Sugar Bourbon BBQ Baked Beans Recipe by Ash's In The Kitchen

I know that baked beans don’t normally include black beans, but I like their texture and think they make an amazing addition to your typical Baked Beans! It’s a little time consuming, but you’ll save tons of money over the canned variety. It makes an excellent pot luck or cookout side dish. ½ lb driedContinue reading “Brown Sugar Bourbon Baked Beans”