meals in less than 30 minutes

Quick and Easy Black Bean Soup

Quick and Easy Black Bean Soup

Sometimes time is of the essence, or maybe you just haven’t been to the grocery store lately. Either way, this is an easy soup that takes less than 15 minutes to prepare. Black beans are a rich source of potassium, folate, along with dietary fiber. They also contain a good amount of protein that keeps the body feeling fuller longer. I’ve made this soup many times when I’m busy working at home and wanting something to warm my tummy.

Chickpea Tikka Masala

Chickpea Tikka Masala

Can I just say, “Oh my gosh?” It was probably over 10 years ago that I first tried Indian food. Let’s just say I wasn’t well versed in ethic cultures or their food. Since that moment in time, I’ve been hooked. As a matter of fact, I would say that Indian is one of my favorite go to foods. Lately, i’ve had a desire to prepare Indian cuisine, and I’ve search and tried quite a few recipes.

Recently, I had guests and decided to serve a few Indian dishes. Of the three I served, this one stole the show. Frankly, I think it’s the heavy cream combined with the spices that give this dish an A+ . Everyone agreed this is a keeper. I found there to be a lot of sauce, which I like. But if you prefer less sauce, just add more chickpeas.

Black Bean & Polenta Skillet

Black Bean & Polenta Skillet

Warm and flavorful, this dish is an easy recipe for a busy work night. I found this recipe while visiting one of my daughters. This is a one pot meal if the polenta is already prepared, so clean up is a snap. This day I made my polenta from scratch while the spinach was sautéing. Just follow the recipe on the package. Personally, I use non GMO corn meal/polenta. This can also be made a day or two ahead of time.