Best 11 Anasazi Beans With Sun Dried Tomatoes Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey through time with Anasazi beans, a legacy of the ancient Puebloan people. These hearty beans, also known as Anasazi beans and beans, boast a rich, earthy flavor that pairs perfectly with the vibrant tang of sun-dried tomatoes. Our collection of Anasazi bean recipes offers a delightful array of dishes that showcase the unique character of these ancient beans. From hearty soups and stews to flavorful salads and dips, each recipe brings a distinctive twist to this Native American staple. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting your culinary adventure, our recipes will guide you in creating delicious and authentic dishes that celebrate the heritage of the Anasazi people.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

KOKOPELLI ANASAZI BEANS WITH SUN DRIED TOMATOES



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Make and share this Kokopelli Anasazi Beans With Sun Dried Tomatoes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Magic Mushroom

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time P1DT2h

Yield 1 pot beans, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups dried anasazi beans
2 tablespoons oil (olive or canola)
1 medium onion, chopped (or 4 T. dried)
1 garlic clove, minced (or 1 t. powder )
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chili peppers, chopped (or 1 med. fresh)
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
2 tablespoons sun-dried tomatoes
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • Rinse & sort beans.
  • Cover with water & soak overnight; OR bring to a boil for 5 minutes, remove from heat, cover & let rest for 1 hour.
  • Drain, rinse & cover beans with water. Bring to a boil, cover & simmer approximately 1-1/2 hours or until nearly tender.
  • In a skillet, saute onion & garlic in oil until transparent. Add this mixture & all remaining ingredients to beans.
  • Simmer uncovered for 1 hour, until tender, stirring occasionally.
  • May be necessary to add water during last hour of cooking so keep a watchful eye.

GREEN BEANS AND SUN-DRIED TOMATOES



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Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     easy, quick, side dish

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons chopped, dried tomatoes (not in oil)
8 ounces green beans
1 small red onion to yield 2 tablespoon minced
1 medium clove garlic
2 fresh sprigs marjoram to yield 2 teaspoons chopped
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon no-salt-added chicken stock
Few shakes of salt
Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Soak the tomatoes in hot water.
  • Wash, trim and steam the green beans for 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Chop the onion; mince the garlic, and wash, dry and chop the marjoram.
  • When green beans are cooked, drain and cut in quarters.
  • Drain the tomatoes, and mix with the green beans and the remaining ingredients. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 111, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 394 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams

ANASAZI BEANS WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATOES



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Bean     Simmer

Yield 6 people

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups dried Anasazi beans
2 Tbsp. olive or vegetable oil
1 medium green chile, chopped
1/4 tsp. ground cloves
1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp. ground cumin
2 Tbsp. sun-dried tomatoes
Salt & pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Rinse & sort beans. Cover with water & soak overnight; OR bring to a boil for 5 minutes, remove from heat, cover & let rest for 1 hour. Drain, rinse & cover beans with water. Bring to a boil, cover & simmer approximately 1-1/2 hours or until nearly tender. In a skillet, saute onion & garlic in oil until transparent. Add this mixture & all remaining ingredients to beans. Simmer uncovered for 1 hour, until tender, stirring occasionally. May be necessary to add water during last hour of cooking.

SIMPLE ANASAZI BEANS



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The Anasazi bean is an ancient heirloom bean. It has a deep reddish-brown and white spotted appearance. When cooked, the bean has a mildly sweet flavor and it turns pink.

Provided by Michelle Blackwood, RN

Categories     Main Course

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups Anasazi Beans rinsed, soaked and drained
1 medium onion
1/2 medium bell pepper
1 s celery rib chopped
2 cloves garlic minced
1 medium carrot diced
1 teaspoon nutritional yeast flakes
2 cubes vegan bouillon or salt to taste
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Sort and wash Anasazi Beans. Place the beans in a large bowl and pour cold water on them until they are completely soaked. Let it sit for 8 hours. Drain the water, and rinse the beans.
  • In a large pot, add soaked beans, and pour enough water so that the beans are about 1/2,-1 inch below the water surface.
  • Place the pot on medium heat and bring it to a boil.
  • Once it starts to boil, reduce the heat and let it simmer for 45 minutes.
  • Add onion, bell pepper, celery, garlic, carrots, nutritional yeast flakes, vegan bouillon, oregano, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika and salt.
  • Cook for five more minutes or until you get the consistency you like. If it is still too watery, cook for longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 68, Carbohydrate 12, Fat 0.7, Protein 3

REFRIED ANASAZI BEANS



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Anasazi Beans are offered by the Adobe Milling Co and can be ordered online from Colorado. Great beans! Named after the ancient Native Americans in that area. Great as a tortilla filling or side dish.

Provided by sugarpea

Categories     Spreads

Time 1h45m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 lb dried anasazi beans
3 slices bacon, chopped
2 tablespoons onions, finely chopped
2 tablespoons green peppers, finely chopped
1 clove garlic, crushed
1/2 teaspoon chili powder

Steps:

  • Cook beans at a gentle boil in 3 cups water, covered, until tender, about 1 1/2 hours.
  • Drain beans and save liquid.
  • Saute onion, green pepper, garlic and bacon; mash beans together with sauteed mixture, adding a little liquid at a time, until bean mixture is smooth.
  • Can be frozen.

ANASAZI BEAN CHILI



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Western Colorado chili, also known as "Anasazi dream chili," a very healthy chili based on ingredients from the western slopes of Colorado.

Provided by SANJUANSASQUATCH

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes

Time 16h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups Anasazi beans
4 cups water
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped garlic
2 cups chicken broth
2 cups chopped green chile peppers
4 ears sweet corn, shucked and kernels cut off
4 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 ham hock
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Wash and drain Anasazi beans. Place in a slow cooker with 4 cups water and soak 8 hours to overnight.
  • When ready to cook, heat oil in a skillet over medium heat; stir in onion. Cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Skim foam off the top of the beans. Add onion-garlic mixture, chicken broth, chile peppers, corn kernels, tomatoes, ham hock, tomato paste, salt, and pepper. Cook on Low until beans are tender, about 8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233.3 calories, Carbohydrate 33.5 g, Cholesterol 12.3 mg, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 333.9 mg, Sugar 7.2 g

HOW TO MAKE A SIMPLE POT OF ANASAZI BEANS



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A piece of ham, a ham hock, or bacon can be added to the beans, but they are delicious without meat. If the beans need thickening, mash a cupful and put them back in the saucepan. To make frijoles refritos (refried beans), mash all of the beans by hand or in a processor and fry them in vegetable oil in small batches. Read more at Suite101: Anasazi Beans: Gift from the Cliff Dwellers http://mexican-food.suite101.com/article.cfm/anasazi_beans#ixzz0his2bnIq

Provided by Mamas Kitchen Hope

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 2h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb anasazi beans
1 cup onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 jalapenos, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon cumin (more if you like)
salt and pepper
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Steps:

  • Wash and soak a pound of beans according to the directions on the package. Drain them and put them in a pot.
  • Cover them with water and cook them until they are tender, adding more water if necessary.
  • While the beans are cooking, saute chopped onions, minced garlic cloves, and jalapenos in olive oil. Add the vegetable mixture to the beans while they are cooking. Season with cumin, salt, and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 36.2, Fat 2.4, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 2.2, Carbohydrate 3.6, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 1.4, Protein 0.5

ANASAZI & PINTO BEANS WITH HOMINY & GREEN CHILES



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Make and share this Anasazi & Pinto Beans with Hominy & Green Chiles recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Iowahorse

Categories     Beans

Time P1DT3h

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 cups dried anasazi beans
1 1/2 cups dried pinto beans
10 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
3 cups dried hominy
3 green anaheim chilies, for garnish

Steps:

  • Soak the beans overnight in water to cover.
  • In the morning rinse the beans with cold water and place in a large pot with fresh water to cover.
  • Stir in the salt, cover and simmer slowly 2 to 2 1/2 hours, until the beans are tender.
  • Add water when necessary and stir occasionally to prevent the beans from burning.
  • Add hominy and simmer, covered, 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
  • The hominy and beans should be very soft and moist, but not too watery.
  • While the beans and hominy are cooking, roast, peel, seed and dice the chiles.
  • Sprinkle on top of the cooked beans for garnish.

SUN-DRIED TOMATO AND CANNELLINI BEAN DIP



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A tangy zesty dip that's easy to make and keeps well in the fridge. Serve with vegetable slices, pita, or whatever takes your fancy. I've even used it as a condiment on sliced meat sandwiches.

Provided by weedak

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Bean Dip Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
8 sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained
¼ cup olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 teaspoon chile-garlic sauce (such as sriracha)
1 teaspoon honey
1 teaspoon water, or as needed

Steps:

  • Blend cannellini beans, sun-dried tomatoes, olive oil, red wine vinegar, lime juice, rosemary, garlic, chile-garlic sauce, and honey together in a food processor or blender until smooth. Gradually add water while blending for a thinner dip.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 112.9 calories, Carbohydrate 9.7 g, Fat 7.4 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 146 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

GREEN BEANS WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATOES



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Make and share this Green Beans With Sun-dried Tomatoes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dancer

Categories     Onions

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 lb fresh green beans
1 medium onion
3 ounces sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
1 tablespoon roasted chopped garlic
2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Saute onions and garlic in olive till onions clear in large skillet, add green beans, sundried tomatoes and salt and pepper.
  • Add enough water to cover bottom of pan.
  • Cook until desired doneness.

ANASAZI BEANS WITH HAM HOCKS



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These beans come from Adobe Milling in Dove Creek in Colorado. Anasazi Beans are sweeter than a Pinto Bean, cook faster and what great about them is you don´t have to soak them.

Provided by foodart

Categories     Beans

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb anasazi beans
1 large onion, cubes
2 ham hocks
salt
pepper
1/2 gallon reduced-sodium chicken broth

Steps:

  • Soak the beans overnight and drain off the water.
  • In a large pot add beans, ham hocks, onion, salt, pepper and broth and simmer until the ham hock and beans are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 87.7, Fat 2.8, SaturatedFat 0.8, Sodium 137.8, Carbohydrate 8.9, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 2.2, Protein 9.5

Tips:

  • To save time, use canned Anasazi beans instead of dried beans.
  • If you don't have sun-dried tomatoes, use regular tomatoes, but reduce the amount of water in the recipe.
  • For a smokier flavor, roast the tomatoes in the oven before adding them to the soup.
  • Add some chopped fresh herbs, such as cilantro or parsley, to the soup before serving.
  • Serve the soup with a side of crusty bread or crackers.

Conclusion:

This Anasazi beans with sun-dried tomatoes recipe is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The soup is packed with protein and fiber, and it is also a good source of vitamins and minerals. The sun-dried tomatoes add a sweet and tangy flavor to the soup, and the spices give it a warm and inviting aroma. This soup is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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