A fresh approach to cooking with one of our most versatile, nutritious, and inexpensive pantry staples-beans! Beans are a "superfood" and a budget-conscious, plant-based protein for meat and non-meat eaters alike. An excellent everyday option, they're easy to make the main focus of a meal (breakfast, lunch, dinner) or to sneak into something for an extra boost (think smoothies!). The cookbook uses popular and widely available beans, pulses, and lentils, and includes forty simple, delicious recipes for dips and spreads, salads and soups, as well as for mains. Whether you're stocked up on dried or canned beans, there's plenty of inspiration here. Liven up your weekly meals with this hearty, healthy staple. Recipes include: Pinto Bean Enchiladas with Zucchini and Spinach Turkey and White Bean Chili Split Pea Soup with Bacon, Lemon, and Fresh Herbs Huevos Rancheros Sandwiches Butter Bean and Walnut Dip Vietnamese Black Bean Sticky Rice Vegan Black-Eyed Pea Jambalaya Red Lentil Stew with Dried Apricots Cauliflower and Lima Bean Gratin Dried Cherry Pilaf with Chickpeas and Pistachios Bean Bourguignon (with or without beef) Coconut Curry Split Pea Dal

One pan to rule them all, one meal to feed them all. The cast iron skillet is the most versatile pan in the kitchen, one that is universally beloved by home cooks and chefs alike. And there's nothing more convenient than being able to create an entire meal in one pan! Here you'll find a range of recipes for every taste and cooking skill level, organized by protein. Whether it's a regular weeknight meal, a celebratory dinner, or a cookout in the backyard, you'll find something to please every eater in your life. In addition, author Jackie Freeman walks you through seasoning, caring for, and cooking with your cast iron, ensuring you'll enjoy it - and the dishes you make in it - for life. A taste of recipes inside the book: Edamame-Ginger Rice with Chicken Classic Patty Melts with Caramelized Onions and Cheddar Sesame Pork Cutlets with Warm Mustard Greens Weeknight Orzo Paella with Mussels and Chorizo Thai Green Vegetable Curry with Tofu and Rice Cakes Harissa Chickpeas with Eggs and Chard