beans & pulses
Recipes and ideas with beans and pulses.
Persian herb, bean, and noodle soup recipe (ash reshteh)
This recipe weaves together an incredible tapestry of textures and tastes. Hearty beans and lentils simmer alongside earthy dried herbs, while noodles bring a comforting substance to every bowl. The finishing touch is a drizzle of kashk, a fermented whey that tastes similar to a sharp, salted goat cheese, and crispy fried onions.
The emergency pantry dinner
Salmon over leek and herb flageolet ragout
Pan-seared salmon with shatteringly crisp skin sits over a silky leek–herb flageolet ragout brightened with thyme and lemon. It’s elegant but weeknight-easy, quick to cook, and balances protein, fiber, and freshness in every bite.
Stewed beans with herbs
These stewed beans with herbs are the quiet, comforting side dish that somehow steals the show. They start with humble beans simmered gently with onions, garlic, and a handful of dried herbs until everything turns creamy, brothy, and deeply flavorful. No fancy ingredients, no complicated steps, just simple, slow heat doing its thing.
Three sisters stew
This three sisters stew is a hearty, vegetable-packed hug in a bowl, built around the classic trio of corn, beans, and squash. Those three ingredients simmer together with onion, garlic, tomatoes, and herbs until the squash turns tender, the beans go creamy, and the corn gives little pops of sweetness in every bite. It’s thick, cozy, and satisfying enough to serve as a main dish, no meat required.
Smoky bean and herb mash
This smoky bean and herb mash is like mashed potatoes’ earthy, protein-packed cousin. Soft white or pinto beans are gently simmered with garlic, olive oil, and herbs, then mashed until they’re creamy with just enough texture left to feel rustic. A pinch of smoked paprika ties it all together, giving the mash a subtle campfire depth that makes it taste like it’s been slow-cooked over coals.
Fasolada
A rustic, healthy, and comforting Mediterranean soup made with white beans, fresh vegetables, and fragrant herbs.
Peas and grits (Bahamas)
A hearty and flavorful dish, Bahamian peas and grits combine creamy, buttery grits with seasoned pigeon peas.
Red beans and rice
A flavorful Caribbean-inspired dish that combines the richness of coconut-infused rice with the hearty texture of red beans.
Traditionally, this dish is prepared by cooking rice in coconut milk alongside red beans, creating a creamy and aromatic base. The inclusion of ingredients like garlic, thyme, and sometimes spicy elements like Scotch bonnet peppers adds depth and a subtle heat to the dish
Pigeon pea soup (Bahamas)
A comforting and flavorful dish, pigeon pea soup is a hearty Caribbean classic made with pigeon peas, smoked meat, root vegetables, and aromatic spices. This thick and savory soup is perfect for a cozy meal, often served with dumplings or crusty bread.