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10 Unexpected Things to Make with a Can of Beans

Give your can opener a full-circle crank for the most-underappreciated item in the grocery aisle.

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The Beauty of Beans

Tasty, inexpensive and packed with protein, beans are a low-stress ticket to satisfying meals. Here are 10 ways to love your legumes. For each of them, drain and rinse your beans before proceeding.

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Red Bean Curry

Add kidney beans and cauliflower to your favorite curry base and serve over rice for a twist on the classic rajma masala.

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Peas and Greens

Upgrade a pot of collard greens simmered with smoky bacon and onion by stirring in a can of black-eyed peas a few minutes before serving.

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Stuffed Avocado Boats

Pinto beans tossed with fresh pico de gallo and crumbled queso fresco make a quick stuffing for avocado halves.

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Roasted Chickpeas

For an easy snack, pat chickpeas dry, toss with olive oil and coarse salt, then bake at 400 degrees F on a rimmed sheet tray, tossing occasionally until crispy, for about an hour.

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Greek Chopped Salad

Need a speedy dinner fix? Toss chickpeas with chopped romaine, tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, pepperoncini, feta and your favorite vinaigrette.

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Beans Benedict

Pinto beans warmed with browned Italian sausage and diced tomatoes make a flavorful base for sauteed spinach and a fried egg on toast.

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Mediterranean Tuna Salad

Chopped red onion, capers and a tablespoon or two of red wine vinegar add brightness to a can of oil-packed tuna mixed with cannellini or great Northern beans.

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Navy Bean Pesto

Skip the pine nuts. Puree navy beans, olive oil, Parmesan, sauteed garlic and fresh basil (or spinach or arugula) in a food processor; adjust the consistency with a little water. Add lemon zest for zip, and use the pesto as a sandwich spread or topper for a fish fillet. You can even add a dollop to a cup of vegetable soup.

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Black Bean Salsa

Stir a can of black beans into your favorite salsa recipe. They're extra-tasty with fruit varieties — think peaches or pineapple — and corn.

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Black Bean Tacos

Black beans warmed with a little olive oil, water and oregano are a hearty alternative to the usual meat filling in a soft corn or flour tortilla. Go ahead and mix in a dab of chipotles in adobo if you like them smoky. From there, top with your favorite garnishes — shredded cabbage, scallions, cheddar and sour cream all work.

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