Beans are a simple staple that can turn everyday dinners into something warm and comforting without stretching your budget.

Each of these game-day crockpot recipes takes less than 30 minutes and/or has no more than three steps, so enjoy the pregame festivities.

Slow cooker meals have a way of doing the work for you while filling the house with comforting aromas. By the time dinner ...

Today’s recipes are all about dried beans and how to bring them to life. So, grab your pots and pans, and some Beano, if you like, and let’s get cooking. There’s some seriously good eating on the ...

Cook time: Varies, depending on method. Step 1: In a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker, stir together beans, salsa, chiles, flour and 1 cup water. Season chicken with salt and pepper; arrange on top of bean ...

I never want summer to end, so I look on the bright side: Autumn weather practically begs for slow-simmered foods. Yum. Beans, for example. Beans prove an excellent source of lean, inexpensive protein ...