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Black Beans in the Pressure Cooker

100 Things to Make for DinnerAudrey TrieschmanNovember 22, 20140

Quick and easy way to cook black beans. Prep time: 5 minutes; cook time: 25 minutes; rest time 5 minutes, or until pressure releases; total time: 35-40 minutes.

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New Orleans’ Style White Beans

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Lentils and Spicy Sausages

A great combination of spicy and mild. You can also use regular Italian sausages. If you don’t want the spice, use…
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North Woods Bean Soup

Tastes like you’ve spent hours making this soup, yet it comes together in about a half hour. Start to finish time:…
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Crockpot Lentils and Chicken Stew

Another one for the ole’ slow cooker…
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Lentils, Spinach and Rice

Super-simple, nutrition-packed, and on the table in under 15 minutes.

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