Beans are a pantry superher, versatile, nutritious, and downright delicious! Craving smoky, spicy, or hearty flavors? This recipe roundup has you covered with mouthwatering bean dishes that’ll satisfy any appetite. From soups and chilis to casseroles and dips, these recipes prove that beans really are good for you—and your taste buds. With everything from slow-cooked classics like bourbon-baked beans to Tex-Mex favorites and creamy soups, this lineup promises bold flavors and comforting dishes. Don’t miss out; these recipes are sure to inspire your next meal!

16 Bean Soup (Crockpot) Recipe

A bowl of hearty bean stew with chunks of meat, diced carrots, and a wooden spoon. The dish is topped with shredded cheese and garnished with herbs. Crackers are placed beside the bowl on a wooden surface.
16 Bean Soup (Crockpot) Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This simple step-by-step recipe will teach you how to cook hearty 16-bean soup with a ham bone in your crock pot. It’s great for easy make-ahead meals.
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Bourbon-Baked Beans Recipe

Bourbon bacon and baked beans with a bottle of bourbon next to them
Bourbon-Baked Beans Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Easy slow cooker bourbon baked beans with a sweet barbecue sauce, bacon, brown sugar, molasses, and a touch of your favorite bourbon.
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Easy Seasoned Pinto Beans (Crockpot) Recipe

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Easy Seasoned Pinto Beans (Crockpot) Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

These Vegetarian Crock Pot Pinto Beans are extremely easy to cook and always give you tender creamy beans full of delicious flavor.
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Navy Beans (Crockpot) Recipe

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Navy Beans (Crockpot) Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Learn how to cook navy beans in a crockpot. You will only need a few simple ingredients like dried navy beans, onion, fresh garlic, broth, and a savory ham hock.
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Mexican Grill Black Beans (Chipotle Copycat)

A bowl of black bean chili garnished with fresh cilantro and lime slices. A spoon rests in the dish, and lime wedges are placed nearby for added flavor.
Mexican Grill Black Beans (Chipotle Copycat). Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

You don’t have to wait in line at Chipotle to enjoy their famous black beans—I’ve got you covered with this easy copycat recipe! With just a few fresh, simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can recreate that signature, mouthwatering flavor right in your own kitchen.
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One-Pot Creamy White Beans And Kale Soup

A bowl of creamy soup filled with white beans, kale, and diced vegetables, topped with croutons and fresh parsley. A spoon is beside the bowl on a light surface.
One-Pot Creamy White Beans And Kale Soup. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

A hearty soup with white beans and kale is packed with tender veggies, creamy coconut milk, and herbs. A nutritious, comforting meal.
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Boston Baked Beans (Slow Cooker) Recipe

Baked beans with bacon on top
Boston Baked Beans (Slow Cooker) Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Slow cooker Boston baked beans are made with plenty of bacon, molasses, garlic, and onions to create a rich thick savory sauce.
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10-Minute Mexican Caviar Bean Dip

Texas caviar with beans, cilantro, onions and seasonings
10-Minute Mexican Caviar Bean Dip. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

This quick and easy Mexican Caviar Recipe, also called Texas Caviar or Cowboy Salsa, doubles as a delicious salad or dip and is perfect for a party dip. It is a snap to make, with a variety of beans, tomatoes, chilies, fresh onions, cilantro, and garlic, all tossed in a light cumin and lime dressing.
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Hearty Mexican White Bean Chili (Vegan) Recipe

A close-up of a bowl of chili with white beans, corn, red bell peppers, and a garnish of avocado chunks, cilantro, and a lime wedge. The vibrant and hearty dish appears freshly prepared and inviting.
Hearty Mexican White Bean Chili (Vegan) Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Vegan White Bean Chili is a hearty meal loaded with a variety of beans, fresh corn, and authentic Mexican spice.
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Layered Cheesy Mexican Casserole

A vibrant plate of Mexican casserole topped with a dollop of sour cream, a slice of jalapeno, and cilantro. The dish is a mix of corn, black beans, pinto beans, red bell peppers, and ground meat, garnished with shredded cheese. A jalapeno and parsley lie beside the plate.
Layered Cheesy Mexican Casserole. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Layered Cheesy Slow Cooker Mexican Casserole with Ground Beef is made with classic Mexican seasonings, beans, peppers, tomatoes and cheese.
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Wendy’s Chili Copycat Recipe with Beans

Wendy's chili with crackers and cheese next to it for topping
Wendy’s Chili Copycat Recipe with Beans. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Uncover the top-secret ingredients, and learn the tips and tricks for making copycat Wendy’s chili recipe at home. This hearty cup of chili has earned a loyal following, with many fans trying to replicate its unique flavor at home.
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Easy Ranch-Style Beans Recipe: Hearty Tex-Mex Flavor

A bowl of hearty chili filled with beans, topped with shredded cheese and chopped cilantro, placed on a white table. The rich red sauce is visible, enhancing the appetizing look of the dish.
Easy Ranch-Style Beans Recipe: Hearty Tex-Mex Flavor. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Make hearty ranch-style beans with pinto beans, zesty tomatoes, and smoky spices for a classic Tex-Mex dish full of bold, homemade flavors.
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Slow Cooker Taco Soup with Beans

A bowl of chili topped with shredded cheese and chopped green onions. The chili contains beans, ground meat, corn, and diced red peppers, with a rich, thick tomato-based sauce. Tortilla chips are placed beside the bowl on a colorful blue plate.
Slow Cooker Taco Soup with Beans. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Quick to prep, slow cooker taco soup recipe is my Pinterest follower’s top favorite. Made with Mexican spices, beef, beans, and veggies.
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Canning Lima Beans

canned lima beans in pint jars with rings
Canning Lima Beans. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Canning lima beans fresh or dried is the basis for a nutritious, quick, and tasty meal that will lower your grocery budget.
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Tex-Mex Chicken Taco Soup (Crockpot) Recipe

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Tex-Mex Chicken Taco Soup (Crockpot) Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

The soup is perfectly seasoned with my homemade taco seasoning and full of tender chicken, black beans, pinto beans, and green chilis. It’s a hearty recipe that fills bellies.
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Easy Mexican Brown Rice Salad

Mexican rice salad
Easy Mexican Brown Rice Salad. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

The Mexican Rice Salad is bursting with flavor from black beans, whole grain brown rice, and colorful veggies, all tossed in a cilantro lime dressing. This vibrant salad is a great way to add a unique twist to your Thanksgiving menu.
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Creamy Taco Soup With Beans (Crockpot) Recipe

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Creamy Taco Soup With Beans (Crockpot) Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Easy to make Creamy Taco Soup with Ranch Dressing is packed with ground beef, beans, & veggies, all in a cheesy tomato and ranch broth.
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Hearty Beer Chili Recipe

bobby jones beer chili recipe
Hearty Beer Chili Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

A southern classic beer chili recipe made with a beer in honor of the master of golf himself, Bobby Jones, and classic chili seasonings.
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Southern Baked Beans With Hamburger Meat

Close-up of a skillet filled with seasoned baked beans and ground meat. A spoon lifts a portion, showcasing the hearty texture. The skillet rests on a patterned cloth.
Southern Baked Beans With Hamburger Meat. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

These easy baked beans with ground beef are a perfect side dish for cookouts. Smoky with a sticky sweet sauce, they’re a classic.
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Doctored Up Baked Beans

A pot filled with baked beans in a rich, saucy mixture. A black spoon is scooping up the beans. The surface appears to have some pieces of vegetables and meat, adding texture and color to the dish. The pot has a slightly stained rim.
Doctored Up Baked Beans. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

Filled with bacon, brown sugar and molasses, these doctored up Baked Beans are easy to make and a great addition to any summer meal.
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23 Irresistible Party Dips You Can Make With Cream Cheese

A baked casserole dish filled with melted cheese, chopped yellow and red peppers, and sprinkled parsley. The dish is set on a green patterned cloth with sliced bread and red peppers nearby.
23 Irresistible Party Dips. Image credit: Trop Rockin.

Cream cheese dips are the ultimate crowd-pleasers, offering a creamy, rich base that can transform simple ingredients into irresistible creations. This collection is a treasure trove of creamy, dreamy dips perfect for any occasion. From the zesty heat of Buffalo Rotisserie Chicken Dip to the sweet comfort of Cozy Pumpkin Dip, every recipe showcases the versatility of cream cheese. Don’t miss out on these delectable dips—you’ll want to try them all! Get All The Recipes: 23 Irresistible Party Dips You Can Make With Cream Cheese