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Beef 'n' Black Bean Soup

Submitted by: Vickie Gibson 
'I lead a busy life, so I'm always trying to come up with time-saving recipes,' relates Vickie Gibson of Gardendale, Alabama. 'This zippy and colorful soup is one of my husband's favorites. It has been a hit at family gatherings, too.' 

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Bean 'N' Beef Crescent Pie

Submitted by: Marla Miller 
'My husband loves this meal,' writes Marla Miller from Englewood, Tennessee. Convenient crescent roll dough is the quick crust for this savory south-of-the-border sensation. 

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Black Bean Quesadillas

Submitted by: Jane Epping 
'When I get home late from work as an operating room nurse, I often rely on this handy recipe,' says Jane Epping of Iowa City, Iowa. 'Topped with salsa and sour cream, the crisp wedges are always a hit. when I have extra time, I add chopped onion, black olives and green chilies to the beans.' 

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Black 'N' White Bean Salad

Submitted by: Kay Ogden 
Blank 'n' White Bean Salad is a cool, hearty side dish Kay Ogden created after tasting a similar one in a restaurant. 'It goes together in no time and complements most entrees,' reports this Grants Pass, Oregon reader. 

Bean 'N' Rice Burritos

Submitted by: Susie Kohler 
'One night I wanted to make something different for dinner,' writes Susie Kohler from her home in Union, Missouri. 'I started with black beans and added things I thought would taste good.' The end result was as delicious as it was economical...two burritos coast a mere 89¢. 

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Rio Grande Quesadillas

Submitted by: Shawn Nelson 
A well-seasoned filling of chicken and refried beans makes this quick Southwest specialty from Shawn Nelson of Evansville, Indiana a popular choice for lunch or supper. Green onions and cilantro add a burst of fresh flavor. 

Chili Bean Soup

Submitted by: Mary Felty 
From Kingman, Arizona, Mary Felty sent this zesty soup. 'It's quick to fix yet it tastes like it simmered all day,' she promises. 'My husband likes it with cheddar cheese and tortilla chips.' 

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Ground Beef N Rice Pie

Submitted by: Rhonda Van Gelderen 
Rhonda Van Gelderen of Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin presses seasoned ground beef into a pie plate to form the crust of this comforting dish. 'It's a terrific time-saver because you don't brown the beef separately,' she writes. 

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Black Bean and Corn Quesadillas

Submitted by: EFasse 
Home Town: Lake Zurich, Illinois, USA
Living In: Bolingbrook, Illinois, USA
These black bean and corn quesadillas are really cheesy, a little bit spicy, and a little bit sweet. My vegetarian husband goes crazy over these every time! Feel free to play around and add chicken or veggies, if you desire. Don't forget the salsa and sour cream! 

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Veggie Quesadillas

Submitted by: Shari Johnson 
'I got the idea for this recipe from a restaurant I used to frequent when I was in school,' relates Shari Johnson of Green Bay, Wisconsin. 'The tortillas are packed full of vegetables, cheese and seasonings, then baked to a golden brown. 
 
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