Bean pie is a sweet, nutritious dessert that originated in the African American Muslim community. It’s made from a simple mixture of navy beans, sugar, eggs, evaporated milk, spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, and either a homemade or store-bought pie crust. I love bean pie because it’s hearty, rich and satisfying. The texture is smooth … Read more
Taco Bell’s massive menu is filled with tasty Tex-Mex favorites perfect for satisfying late night cravings. One popular option is the Black Bean Crunchwrap Supreme – a toasted tortilla stuffed with beans, nacho cheese sauce, lettuce, tomatoes and sour cream. It’s a filling feast for vegetarians and meat-eaters alike. But for those watching their calories, … Read more
What’s the best thing about being a baker? Vanilla Bean Paste! This homemade version with only three ingredients tastes so much better and is much healthier than store-bought versions. Vanilla bean paste is one of my favorite baking ingredients The tiny vanilla bean specks suspended throughout the thick, fragrant paste add incredible depth of flavor … Read more
Black bean sauce is a common ingredient in many Asian dishes, especially Chinese cuisine. It has a rich, savory umami flavor that enhances vegetables, noodles, rice, and proteins like tofu, chicken or beef. Learning how to use black bean sauce opens up many possibilities for creating delicious Asian-inspired meals at home. What is Black Bean … Read more
If you are sad and want to eat something comforting, try black bean soup. It will remind you of all your problems. This is a creamy dish that can make you feel great with a single serving. Some great herbs and spices, like oregano, chili powder, cumin, and bay leaves, give this dish its real, … Read more
If you love getting a vanilla bean frappuccino at Starbucks but don’t want to eat all the calories, sugar, and fat that come with it, my simple 6-ingredient vanilla bean frappuccino recipe will help you make one quickly at home. Both classic and skinny options!. This post may contain affiliate links. Delightful E Made is … Read more
Coffee is cherished worldwide for its rich flavor and jolt of caffeine to start the day. But what about those who want to cut back on caffeine or avoid it altogether? This is where vanilla bean comes in. With its coffee-like aroma and flavor notes vanilla bean is sometimes used as a natural caffeine-free coffee … Read more
As soon as the warm weather hits I begin to take stock of my go-to side dish options. Because in this house, weekend plans tend to be the spur-of-the-moment, hey-are-you-free, we-just-got-invited type. This three-bean salad quickly became a favorite of mine when I found it because it has everything I like in a side dish: … Read more
Can dogs eat vanilla? Vanilla is used in so many foods that it can be hard to remember which ones have it and which ones don’t. But what about when it comes to our dogs? Is vanilla safe for them?. Technically, the short answer is yes, but we don’t recommend adding vanilla to a dog’s … Read more
It only takes two things to make this Starbucks vanilla bean powder at home: sugar and vanilla bean caviar. If you like recipes that taste like Starbucks, you should try my take on the Starbucks Medicine Ball Recipe. You will thank yourself come winter. [feast_advanced_jump_to]. Vanilla is one of the most beloved flavors in the … Read more