Beans

A hearty casserole combining beans with smoked sausage and vegetables, baked until bubbly and golden.

Dried white beans, soaked and cooked until tender · Smoked sausage (e.g., Kielbasa), sliced · Bell pepper (any color), chopped · Onion, chopped

A simplified, faster version of baked beans made entirely in a skillet on the stovetop, perfect for a weeknight meal.

Canned white beans (e.g., navy or cannellini), drained and rinsed · Bacon, diced · Onion, finely chopped · Garlic, minced

A traditional Russian dish of slow-cooked beans, often with pork and a rich tomato-based sauce, baked until tender and flavorful.

Dried white beans (e.g., navy or cannellini) · Smoked pork belly or bacon · Onion · Garlic