Recipe: Easy Beans and Greens

Easy Beans and GreensPrep Time: 10 minuteCooking Time: 10 minutesYield: 2-3 servingsIngredients2 cups of pre-cooked beans (black, pinto, red, kidney – your choice)1 bunch greens (collard, bok choy, kale, spinach – your choice)Your favorite toppings, such as salsa, avocado or guacamole and sour creamDirections1. In a medium saucepan, heat drained beans. Add your favorite seasonings,…

Food Focus: Beans

Food Focus: Beans (This article appeared in the February, 2011 issue of A Healthy You.) Beans. They are good for the heart. Beans are found in most traditional cultures as a staple food, offering grounding and strengthening properties that enhance endurance: Beans, or legumes, which include peas and lentils, are an excellent source of plant-based…