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""Papas" is the word for "potatoes" in Quechua, the language of the Incas. Potatoes, which originated in Peru, are one of the most important foods to come from the New World. This casserole was inspired by the cuisine of Peru. Please note: this is not a recipe for sauce served over pasta."

Ingredients: cilantro, dried onions...

"This chili tastes remarkably good and can be made for dinner when you are pressed for time. The recipe comes from the beefitswhatfordinner.com website, but I originally saw the recipe in the newpaper. I have made this several times, used whatever beef I had on hand. I've also added more beans and tomatoes to the same quantity of beef, and it still..."

Ingredients: tomatoes and green chilies, fresh cilantro...

"VERY INEXPENSIVE.... AMAZINGLY DELICIOUS....PREPARES IN 20 MINUTES!
My sister makes this amazing recipe for large and small crowds. For such a simple dish, it always impresses. My husband does not like black beans... but he ate this to be polite and LOVES it now! My children were forced to try it and now ask for it by name."

Ingredients: corn tortillas, dried basil...

"There is something about the combination of flavors in this rice salad that really really works! This makes a great side dish for any number of meals and cusines and it tastes great hot or cold (although my family always argues which is better!). Enjoy!"

Ingredients: cilantro, cumin...

"Louisiana meets London. Enjoy!"

Ingredients: dried onions, garbanzo beans...

"From Betty Crocker...sounds like a perfect meal to eat while watching football!"

Ingredients: diced tomatoes, onions...

"I made this today using some left over pork roast. You can adjust according to your own tastes. This soup will freeze well. Cooking time includes dry bean cooking. If using canned it should only take 20 minutes."

Ingredients: cumin, dried black beans...

"This is a very simple but fiber full recipe with lots of taste! I use black beans and brown rice to make it, but you could also use different beans and white rice, if you want."

Ingredients: olive oil, reduced-sodium tamari soy sauce...

"I was given a pamphlet on recipes that use beans and the original recipe for these brownies was included. I switched the sugar to Splenda, the eggs to egg substitute (or the same amount of liquid egg whites) and the vegetable oil to canola oil. They're just as good as a traditional brownie but you won't feel bad letting your kids eat them (and..."

Ingredients: cocoa powder, egg substitute...

"A delicious dip that is low in fat. Each serving is 2 tablespoons. This came from Kraft Food & Family. I have not tried this recipe, but I'm posting it for safe keeping."

Ingredients: ground cumin, crackers...

"This is a nice spicy spread you can use with nachos, in quesadillas, or as a dip for chips or pita crisps or spread over little croutons. Adapted from Vegetarian Cooking for Everyone by Deborah Madison."

Ingredients: chipotle peppers, cilantro...

"I make these for a burger restaurant in Dominical, Costa Rica. After many tries and test runs, everyone seems to love this version. We serve it Tex-Mex style with guacamole, lettuce and tomato. I'm thinking of trying to tweak it again to include more veggies, like shredded zucchini or fresh corn kernels, but haven't tried those yet. Be sure..."

Ingredients: ground cumin, eggs, hot sauce...

"I tried different combinations to make beans delicious without having to add lard or other fatty flavor enhancements. I ended up with beef but I try to put as little as possible. Try 1/2 lb to 1 lb of beef shank. Don't ask for it to be cut instead put the whole thing in the pot. I use pinto or black beans. They both are delicious. Feel free..."

Ingredients: chipotle chiles in adobo, beef shank...

"The fun with my veggie burger craze continues! Black beans are a versatile, delicious, and nutrient-packed base to make veggie burgers with. I had tropical flavors in mind when I came up with it! You could try a vegan egg-like binder but I found I really needed at least egg whites to bind these."

Ingredients: coriander, diced green chilies...