A few of these recipes I've heard of, and even made!

10+ Ojibwe Wild Rice Recipes to Delight Your Taste Buds

ByCook Maniac Team
April 13, 2025

"Wild rice, known as manoomin among the Ojibwe people, is a cherished staple with deep cultural significance.

"Exploring Ojibwe wild rice recipes allows you to discover unique flavors and traditional cooking methods that have been passed down through generations. This nutritious grain not only tastes great but also connects you to the rich heritage of Native American cuisine."

https://cookmaniac.com/ojibwe-wild-rice-recipes/

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Healthy Eating on a Budget - #UniversityOfGeorgiaCooperativeExtension

"For many families, it can be difficult to provide healthy meals while staying on budget. Healthy foods can cost more, making it a challenge to purchase a variety of healthy choices. There are several ways to make healthy eating more economical for your family.

Compare Prices and Search for Sales

Use sales or coupons when possible. Compare items to determine the best deal.

Choose Wisely

Some foods are always less expensive. Buy produce in season and look for the best deals

Buy in Bulk

For non-perishables or foods that you can freeze, buy large quantities and store the extras.

Use Your Leftovers

Serve your leftovers for other meals, or combine ingredients to make a new meal.

Plan Your Meals

Plan your meals for the week before going shopping. See what you already have, and make a list of what you need to buy."

Source:
https://extension.uga.edu/publications/detail.html?number=C1037-17

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So, this recipe isn't vegan, but I'm sure it could be made vegan with soy-cheese (I just don't have a lot of experience with it). Though recipes like this would work with soy-cheese texture-wise.

White Beans with Mushrooms and Marinara

by Beth Moncel

What Other Vegetables can I Add?

"If you’re not into mushrooms or are just looking for other vegetables to add in addition to the mushrooms, there are definitely some great options. Zucchini would match really well with these flavors, as would spinach. For zucchini, I suggest slicing and sautéing after the mushrooms. For spinach, stir it in after the sauce has heated through, just until it is wilted. Eggplant would also be amazing, just dice and sauté after the mushrooms.

Ingredients

8 oz. mushrooms
2 Tbsp olive oil
1 pinch salt and pepper
2 cloves garlic
2 cups marinara (or more to your liking)
2 15oz. cans butter beans
1/2 tsp dried basil
1 pinch crushed red pepper
4 oz. mozzarella

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400ºF. Wash and slice the mushrooms. Add the mushrooms, olive oil, and a pinch of salt and pepper to a deep skillet. Sauté the mushrooms until they have wilted and all the moisture in the skillet has evaporated.

While the mushrooms are sautéing, mince the garlic, drain and rinse the butter beans. Add the garlic to the skillet with the mushrooms and sauté for 2 minutes more.

Add the rinsed butter beans, marinara, basil, and red pepper to the skillet. Stir everything to combine, then allow it to heat through, stirring occasionally.

While the skillet is heating through, shred the mozzarella. Top the skillet with the mozzarella, then cover the skillet with foil. Transfer the skillet to the oven* and bake for 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.

Once the cheese has melted, remove the foil, switch the oven to broil, and broil the skillet for a few minutes more to brown the cheese (watch closely, as browning can happen quickly with the broiler). Serve hot, with garlic bread for dipping!"

https://www.budgetbytes.com/white-beans-with-mushrooms-and-marinara/
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#Beans are good for the planet, for you and for your dinner table. Here’s how to cook them right.

By Joe Yonan, February 2, 2020

"When cooked from dried, with precious few other ingredients added, they create a rich broth to rival anything that ever came from boiling a chicken. They freeze beautifully in this liquid, making them ideal for make-ahead, finish-quickly meals. They’re pretty darn good straight from a can. And they can play into virtually every kind of dish, in every part of the meal: dips and snacks, salads and soups, main courses, sides and even desserts. As far as I’m concerned, anything meat can do, beans can do better."

Read more:
https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/voraciously/wp/2020/02/02/beans-are-good-for-the-planet-for-you-and-for-your-dinner-table-heres-how-to-cook-them-right/

Archived version:
https://archive.ph/rLJ57
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So, I came across this article during the week. Some of the recipes call for eggs (that's where egg substitutes like tofu can come in handy), and some recipes call for cheese. I don't know much about vegan cheese, so I'm not sure what to substitute in those recipes.

Feed a Family for a Week With a Single Bag of Beans

Nutrition on a budget.

by Jose Mendoza

"Beans are healthy—high in protein and fiber and packed with nutrients like iron, magnesium, calcium, phosphorus, potassium, and more. They’re also an affordable and versatile way to feed your family—a one-pound bag of red kidney beans costs less than $2 and can make up to 11 servings. If you’re a single adult or have a small family, that can add up to a lot of nutritious and delicious food for a low price.

"But because even the healthiest of foods becomes a drag if you eat it the same way five days in a row, the key is to cook your beans in different ways. Stretch your bag of beans into unique meals with these three exciting recipes passed down from a traditional #Salvadoran cook. You’ll be able to build off of these dishes, and either enjoy them during the week or freeze them for later.

"We produced 17 servings, which for our family of three translates to a total of more than five meals. Adding these recipes to your cooking repertoire is a great way to eat healthy on a budget.

"The shopping list

Two cloves of garlic
A one-pound bag of red kidney beans
A large onion
A dozen eggs
8 ounces of cream cheese
Corn tortillas (how many will depend on your taste and hunger level)
Two avocados
A one-pound bag of white rice
8 ounces of queso fresco (or a more common cheese, like mozzarella or Monterey Jack)"

Read more (includes recipes):
https://getpocket.com/explore/item/feed-a-family-for-a-week-with-a-single-bag-of-beans?utm_source=firefox-newtab-en-us
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