How do you like your black beans? Refried? With rice? In a dip? Recipes for black beans on Texas Cooking.
by John Raven The chief attraction is that the bean is black and contrasts nicely with other food colors. Beans have been a vital link in the Southwestern USA food chain since the beginning of recorded history. Beans that date back 6,000 years have been found in a cave in Peru. Most of the American Indian […]
Incredibly useful, refried black beans are a base for nachos or tostadas, as well as a side for enchiladas and other Tex-Mex main dishes. Make these beans a key to your next pot-luck or picnic party. Notice our recipe calls for bacon, so this is not the vegetarian version. Of course, it’s the bacon that
Black bean soup is a great side or main course to a Texas-style or Mexican-style meal. The best black bean soup is made with dried black beans, rather than canned. Be sure to pick through the dried beans carefully to remove any tiny rocks that sometimes get mixed in. A dollop of sour cream and
Now here is an easy Tex-Mex party appetizer. The vinegar and spices make this black bean dip special, and the flavor takes people pleasantly by surprise. If the balsamic is too much, adjust it to your taste. From David Bulla’s article on party appetizers. Cotija cheese is an inexpensive white cheese from Mexico. Many grocery stores
Hard Water: People in areas with hard water can cook their beans till the cows come home, and the beans will still be tough or not thoroughly done. If you have that problem, add a scant 1/4 teaspoon of baking soda to the cooking water, and you will have one less problem. Kitchen Tools You’ll
Go to the drugstore and get some surgical gloves to use when you’re handling habaneros. You can get a big box of disposable gloves cheaply. Also, this black bean dish is delicious! Combine with any other Tex-Mex main course. Kitchen Tools You’ll Need More Recipes