Category Archives: Black Beans

Summer Chili

Posted on May 9, 2015 by

 I have not cooked anything new this week because I was on jury duty for 6 days. It was the worst! The case should never have gone to trial and it was a total and complete abuse of the justice … Continue reading →

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Chicken and Quinoa Enchilada Casserole

Posted on December 27, 2014 by

*Originally posted December 2, 2014 Sorry I am behind on posting! I traveled to Philadephia for their half marathon, and then I went to South Carolina for Thanksgiving. And I broke a toe and got a sinus infection, so it’s … Continue reading →

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Mexican Hash

Posted on December 27, 2014 by

Sometimes you buy too many yams, and you just can’t stand the thought of rotisserie chicken and yam fries again, so you get creative. I threw this together the other night, and there were no leftovers! *I used brown rice … Continue reading →

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Quinoa and Black Bean Stuffed Peppers

Posted on December 27, 2014 by

*Originally posted August 17, 2014 The world’s worst photographer strikes again! Seriously, I look at other people’s blogs and wonder how they have such great photos. I have zero sense for photography, but at least my recipes are tasty.  This … Continue reading →

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Mexican Polenta Pie

Posted on December 25, 2014 by

*Originally posted December 17, 2013 Today is the official start of 2014 Boston Marathon training!  The running has yet to affect my metabolism, but I am certainly eating like it has. While the weather outside is frightful, I made this … Continue reading →

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Mango Black Bean Quinoa Salad

Posted on December 21, 2014 by

I love quinoa, mangos and black beans so this salad is a no brainer. Plus it’s vegan! 1 cup quinoa, 2 cups water Juice of 1 lime, plus zest 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro 2 tablespoons rice vinegar 2 teaspoons … Continue reading →

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Quinoa and Black Bean Chili

Posted on December 21, 2014 by

*Originally posted March 3, 2013 This week I had my first minor injury and had to miss a long run.  My calves are so tight that it messed up my ankle.  But, I did the smart thing and did not … Continue reading →

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Black Bean Pineapple Salsa

Posted on December 20, 2014 by

*Originally posted January 11, 2013 I feel I should end “football playoff party food week” with something healthy, since I clearly have a thing for buffalo sauce. (It’s not the buffalo sauce that’s bad, it is the blue cheese that … Continue reading →

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Beef Chili with Bacon and Black Beans

Posted on December 20, 2014 by

*Originally posted January 17, 2013 I never liked beef chili until I started running and I suddenly wanted red meat all the time. So, I’ve never really strived to find the perfect recipe for it.  Now, since I am training … Continue reading →

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Sweet Potatoes with Kale and Black Beans

Posted on December 20, 2014 by

As I train for my first marathon, my approach to nutrition is to eat as many fruits and vegetables, whole grains and, of course, carbs, as I can take so that when I want to knock someone over for a … Continue reading →

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