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1 lb bag Dry Pinto Beans* (soaked overnight in cool water // or for at least 6 hours)

1Tbsp olive oil

1/2 white onion (diced)

3 cloves garlic, minced (1 1/2 Tbsp)

1 can diced tomatoes w/ green chiles

1 Tbsp ground cumin

1 Tbsp chili powder

1 Tbsp ground cinnamon

salt & pepper

1 Tbsp olive oil

1 onion, finely chopped

2 cloves garlic (1/2 Tbsp)

1 lb Italian sausage links (casings removed)

1 can diced tomatoes

1 can pasta sauce

1 lb spaghetti

1 lb ground beef / turkey

1 can diced tomatoes & green chiles

1 pkg taco seasoning

1 can black beans (rinsed & drained)

1 can corn (drained)

1 pkg corn muffin mix

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1 can diced green chiles / fresh jalapenos

1 lb pasta (any kind)

1 Tbsp olive oil

1/2 medium-sized chicken breast, diced

2 cloves garlic (1/2 Tbsp)

1 medium sized onion, optional

salt & pepper to taste

2 cans pasta sauce

1/2 cup sour cream, optional

1 cup shredded mozzarella

Add-ins / substitutions: cooked ground turkey, Italian sausage or ground beef, chopped peppers, fresh spinach, seasonings to taste.

15 oz canned green beans, drained

14 oz smoked sausage, cooked

1 onion, optional

1-2 large potatoes, optional

1 Tbsp oil or butter

5 oz Instant Mashed Potatoes

2 Tbsp butter

4-5 slices of cooked bacon, chopped

Add-ins / substitutions: cream cheese, shredded cheese, chives, seasonings to taste.