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

This video shows how to make a rich and flavorful bean dip using a slow cooker with minimal effort. The recipe is simple, ...

Creamy cannellini beans are an ideal stand-in for silken tofu; both balance the assertive punch of funky fermented chile-bean ...

This silky white bean dip has a crowd-pleasing, hummuslike appeal, but it’s seasoned with toasted cumin, lemon zest and chili flakes instead of tahini. Drizzling warm cumin oil over the top brings out ...

To put a lighter spin on the classic spinach dip, try using kale instead of spinach and pureed cannellini beans in place of the béchamel sauce. New York-based food and health writer Phoebe Lapine is a ...

Combine beans, tomatoes, green chiles, cream cheese, and half of the shredded cheese in a slow cooker and close the top. Cook on low for 3 hours or high for 1 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally, or ...