13 Simple and Delicious Ways to Cook with Canned Beans

If your pantry is overflowing with canned beans, whether from a sale, prepping for emergencies, or just keeping a reliable protein on hand, it’s easy to let them sit untouched. Before those cans start gathering dust, turn them into meals that are simple, satisfying, and full of flavor. These 13 recipes make it easy to use up your stockpile while adding variety to your weekly meals. Say goodbye to staring at your pantry and wondering what to cook, these dishes will have you reaching for your cans again and again.

5 Bean Salad

5 bean salad is a healthy, make-ahead salad that everyone loves for a cookout, potluck, or tasty side dish. It uses five types of canned beans.

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Moroccan Loubia

Moroccan Loubia, a hearty and aromatic stewed white bean dish. This gluten-free, vegan recipe is a healthy, satisfying meal.

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Rajma Chawal (Vegan Rajma Masala Recipe)

A Rajma Chawal recipe with perfectly spiced kidney beans over fluffy rice. This vegan and gluten-free Indian sabji is a quick, easy dinner!

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Italian Cannellini Bean And Sausage Skillet

This hearty, tasty, and robust Italian cannellini bean and sausage skillet recipe is made from scratch and takes just half an hour.

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Italian White Bean Salad

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This tasty Italian white bean salad is perfect for meal prep and makes a tasty appetizer or side dish, bursting with fresh, vibrant flavors.

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Red Beans And Rice

This Red Beans and Rice Recipe is made with smoked sausage, red kidney beans, and vegetables, including onion, celery, and green bell pepper. Ready in about an hour, this quick and easy version of classic Creole red beans and rice is perfect for busy weeknight dinners and makes delicious leftovers.

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Gnocchi with Chicken Sausage, White Beans, & Tomatoes

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Tonight’s easy 25-minute weeknight dinner recipe? Just a skillet full of Gnocchi with Chicken Sausage, White Beans, and tomatoes.

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Rosemary Chicken & White Bean Soup

Can’t decide between garlic rosemary white bean soup and classic chicken soup? Double the comfort food, double the fun! This chicken soup contains extra garlic, rosemary, and white beans.

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Brown Sugar Baked Beans with Bacon

Brown sugar baked beans with bacon are doctored up and complete your cookout – it’s the perfect side dish with any BBQ meal.

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Refried Beans With Adobo

Chipotle refried beans are a savory and smoky side dish made from pinto beans, mashed and cooked with chipotle peppers. You’re going to love the spicy kick and rich flavor of the chipotle peppers in adobo. Enjoy on tacos tacos, burritos, or as a dip with your favorite chips.

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