All images courtesy of Two Kids and a Coupon Beans are one of the ultimate cheap meals. Easy to prepare and affordable, a little goes a long way and there are lots of easy recipes! I love nearly every ...

For tender, intact beans, this reliable method cannot be beat.

New Orleanians ate red beans and rice on Mondays because it was laundry day, and they cooked their red beans on the stove while the wash water heated. Or maybe it’s because they needed to use the ...

In a large pot, combine beans with 4 cups of water or broth. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, and cook for 60–90 minutes, or until tender. Add salt in the last 15 minutes. Drain and set aside.

In Louisiana, red beans and rice are a Monday meal tradition, a classic example of Creole cuisine. Families often cook red beans and rice on Monday, utilizing leftover ham bones... In Louisiana, red ...