Beef and Bean Burrito Skillet

Jennifer S.

1 lb. lean ground beef
1 pkg. (1-1/4 oz.) Taco Seasoning Mix
1 can (19 oz.) kidney beans, rinsed
1 cup Thick 'N Chunky Salsa
1 cup water
4 flour tortillas (6 inch), cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces
1 cup Mexican Style Finely Shredded Four Cheese
1/3 cup Sour Cream
1 large green onion, chopped

BROWN meat in large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat; drain.
ADD seasoning mix, beans, salsa and water; stir. Bring to boil. Simmer on medium-low heat 5 min.
STIR in tortillas; top with cheese. Cover; let stand 5 min. or until cheese is melted. Top with sour cream and onions.

Top with your favorite Mexican-style toppings, such as shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes and/or chopped avocados, just before serving.

Pasta Fagioli

Jennifer S.

1 lb sweet or hot Italian sausage, with casing removed
1 large onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (14.5-oz) Italian flavored stewed tomatoes
2 cans (14.5-oz each) chicken broth
1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
2 cans Cannellini beans (white kidney beans)drained and rinsed
1 TBS tomato paste
2 cups small pasta shells OR another small pasta shape you like
1 bunch fresh kale, washed, tough stems discarded, cut into 1" pieces OR 1 small box frozen spinach, thawed and drained
grated Parmesan cheese

Brown sausage, breaking into smaller pieces, with onion and garlic. Drain and add to crock pot.
Add everything except pasta, kale and cheese to crock pot. Stir well. Cook on low for 5-6 hrs OR high for 2-3 hours.
During last 30 minutes of cook time add pasta and kale, stir well. Let simmer until pasta is tender (20-30 min) and kale is wilted.
Served with Parmesan cheese sprinkled on soup.

Beef and Bean Chili

Jennifer S.

2 lbs. ground beef
1 large onion, diced
1 red sweet pepper, cored and diced
4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
6 TBS chili powder
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/4 tsp cayenne
1/2 tsp salt
1 (28-oz) can fire-roasted, diced tomatoes
1 (15-oz) can tomato sauce
1 TBS sugar
1 TBS tomato paste
2 (15-oz) cans dark kidney beans, drained and rinsed
shredded cheese, sour cream, green onions

Brown beef with onions, sweet pepper and garlic. Drain and add to crock pot.
Add rest of ingredients EXCEPT for cheese, sour cream and green onions. Stir well. Cook on low for 5 hours or high for 2 hours.
Top with cheese, sour cream and green onions.

BEEF STEW

Shelli C.

Season to taste, salt, pepper, garlic.
1 can of Basil Spaghetti Sauce
1 can tomato sauce
1 can diced Italian (Flavor) Stewed Tomatoes, pour in entire can, not drained
1 can kidney beans, pour in entire can, not drained
1 can Corn, pour in entire can, not drained
1 can Green Beans, pour in entire can, not drained
1 cup noodles, (noodles will cook in stew)
1 lb ground beef, cook ground beef and drain, season to taste w/ Italian herb, salt and pepper

Put all contents in Cock pot for a few hours, on high.

Crock Pot Hearty Ground Beef Chili

Jennifer S.

1-1/2 lb. lean ground beef
1 can (16 oz.)tomato sauce
1 can (15 oz.) dark red kidney beans, rinsed
1 can (15 oz.) light red kidney beans, rinsed
1 can (15 oz.) black beans, rinsed
1-1/2 cups Thick 'N Chunky Mild Salsa
1 can (15 oz.) corn, drained
1 onion, chopped
2 Tbsp. chili powder
1 cup Mexican Style Finely Shredded Four Cheese

Brown meat; drain. Add to slow cooker with remaining ingredients except cheese; stir. Cover with lid.
Cook on LOW 5 to 6 hours (or on HIGH 3 to 4 hours).
Stir just before serving.
Serve topped with the cheese.

Zesty Minestrone

Jennifer S.

1/4 cup Zesty Italian Dressing
1 onion, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 carrot, peeled, chopped
1 can (14-1/2 oz.) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (19 oz.) red kidney beans, rinsed
2 cans (14 oz. each) vegetable broth
2 cups water
1 tsp. Italian seasoning
1-1/2 cups small shell macaroni, uncooked
1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese

Heat dressing in large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat. Add onions, celery and carrots; cook 2 min. or until crisp-tender, stirring occasionally. Spoon into crock pot. Add tomatoes, beans, broth, water and seasoning; stir. Cover with lid.
Cook on LOW 6 hours (or on HIGH 3 hours).
Stir in macaroni; cook 10 to 15 min. or until macaroni is tender.
Sprinkle with cheese just before serving.

Three-Bean Turkey Chili

Jennifer S.

1/2 lb. ground turkey
1 can (28 oz.) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 jar (16 oz.) Thick 'N Chunky Salsa
1 can (15 oz.) black beans, rinsed
1 can (15 oz.) kidney beans, rinsed
1 can (15 oz.) great Northern beans, rinsed
1 tsp. chili powder
1 tsp. ground cumin
1 pkg. (7 oz.) Shredded Cheddar Cheese

Cook turkey in large saucepan on medium-high heat 10 min. or until no longer pink, stirring occasionally.
Add to crock pot with all remaining ingredients except cheese; stir.
Cover with lid. Cook on HIGH 3 to 4 hours (or on LOW 5 to 6 hours).
Spoon into soup bowls; top with cheese.

Slow-Cooker Chunky Chicken Chili

Jennifer S.

1 can (15 oz.) dark red kidney beans, rinsed
1 can (15 oz.) light red kidney beans, rinsed
1-1/2 cups Thick 'N Chunky Mild Salsa
1 can (16 oz.)tomato sauce
2 Tbsp. chili powder
1-1/2 lb. boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
1 onion, chopped
1 can (15-oz)corn, drained OR 1 cup frozen corn
1 cup Mexican Style Finely Shredded Four Cheese

Combine beans, salsa, tomato sauce and chili powder in slow cooker. Top with chicken, onions and corn. (Do not stir.) Cover with lid.
Cook on LOW 6 to 8 hours (or on HIGH 4 to 5 hours).
Stir before serving.
Ladle into bowls.
Top with cheese.

Chili con Carne

Jennifer S.

2 medium onions, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1-1/2 lb. lean ground beef, browned and drained
1 can (28 oz.) whole peeled tomatoes in tomato sauce, undrained, cut up
1 can (19 oz.) red kidney beans, drained
1 can (14-1/2 oz.) beef broth
1 can (6 oz.) tomato paste
2 Tbsp. chili powder
2 tsp. dried oregano leaves
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. ground cumin
1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper
6 cups hot cooked rice
1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
1 cup Sour Cream

Add all except rice, cheese and sour cream to crock pot. Stir, cover and set on low for 3-5 hours or high for 1 1/2 - 2 1/2 hours.
Remove lid for last 30-45 minutes of cook time to allow Chili to thicken.
Serve over rice. Top with the cheese and sour cream.
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Minestrone Soup

Jennifer S.

2 cans (14-1/2 oz. each)chicken broth
1 16-oz can kidney beans , drained and rinsed
1 can (16 oz.) stewed tomatoes, undrained, coarsely chopped
1 pkg. (16 oz.) frozen mixed vegetables
1/4 cup shell macaroni, uncooked
1 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp. dried basil leaves

COMBINE all ingredients in crock pot. Bring to boil on high heat.
SIMMER on low heat 1-2 hours. or until macaroni is tender.
SERVE topped with grated Parmesan cheese.

Hearty Mexican Chicken Soup

Jennifer S.

1 large yellow onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 tsp. ground cumin
4 cups fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 can (15.5 oz.) cannellini beans, rinsed
1 cup Thick 'N Chunky Salsa
2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
1 cup frozen corn, thawed
2 green onions, chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 cup Mexican Style Finely Shredded Four Cheese

Place onions, garlic, cumin, broth, beans, salsa, chicken and corn in crock pot. Low for 5 hours and high for 2-3 hours.
Serve topped with green onions, cilantro and cheese.

A.1. Chili

Jennifer S.

1-1/2 lb. lean ground beef
1 large green pepper, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
3 Tbsp. chili powder
1 can (14-1/2 oz.) diced tomatoes, undrained
1/2 cup water
1 can (15.5 oz.) kidney beans, drained
1/3 cup A.1. Original Steak Sauce

BROWN meat with peppers, onions and garlic in large saucepan. Stir in chili powder; cook and stir 1 min.
STIR in tomatoes and water. Bring to boil; cover. Simmer on low heat 15 min., stirring occasionally.
ADD beans and steak sauce; mix well. Simmer, covered, 5 min.

Top each serving with 2 Tbsp. Shredded Cheddar Cheese and 1 Tbsp. Reduced Fat or Light Sour Cream.

Two-Bean Vegetarian Chili

Jennifer S.

2 cups long-grain brown rice, uncooked
2 Tbsp. Light Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing
2 carrots, cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices
1 onion, chopped
1 red pepper, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 cans (14.5 oz. each) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (15.5 oz.) red kidney beans, rinsed
1 can (15.5 oz.) cannellini beans, rinsed
1/2 cup Barbecue Sauce
1/4 cup chili powder
1 cup frozen corn
1-1/2 cups Mexican Style Finely Shredded Four Cheese

COOK rice as directed on package. Meanwhile, heat dressing in large saucepan on medium-high heat. Add vegetables and garlic; cook and stir 6 to 8 min. or until vegetables are crisp-tender.

ADD next 5 ingredients; stir. Bring to boil; simmer on medium-low heat 30 min., stirring frequently. Stir in corn; cook 5 min.

SERVE over rice; top with cheese.