Miss Lewis first developed this recipe as a way of jazzing up canned green beans, which she appreciated for their economy.

Jazzing up beans and rice with colorful toppings transforms it into an exciting meal, chock-full of varying textures and flavors.

Finished with a squeeze of lime and served with wedges of warm corn bread, this soup makes a satisfying weeknight meal.

Don’t be fooled by the short ingredients list; these vegetarian black beans have a surprisingly complex flavor.

The flavor of this pasta fagioli is so haunting and the texture so voluptuous that you’ll wonder how such modest ingredients could conspire to create something so indulgent....

Liberate your green beans with a lively mix of butter, ginger, and lemon zest. It's a refreshing departure from a plate heaped with heavy fare.

Tender lima beans and fresh corn kernels straight off the cob team up to create a beautiful—and delicious—side dish.

Tired of the same old tuna sandwich? Try this mayoless version—it just may be the best we’ve ever tasted.

Despite the fact that they require few ingredients and little effort, these beans always get raves.