Cooking Beans from Dry

Dry beans are delicious when paired with chicken, beef, pork, or fish, but they are a great protein source on their own. A pantry staple for many people, dry beans are a simple, shelf-stable way to keep protein on hand for soups, salads, dips, or side dishes. One pound of dried beans is about 3 cups and, when cooked, makes 6-7 cups of beans.

Chicken and Beans

This is an easy and classic recipe that is a good source of iron and protein.

Chicken Noodle Soup

Making soup at home is affordable and allows you better control over the amount of sodium you are eating. This classic chicken noodle soup is hearty and satisfying.

Chili Macaroni

Chili Macaroni

This hearty dish is rich in fiber and low in saturated fat if you use lean beef. Try different vegetable combinations in it to mix things up!