Mexican Black Bean and Tuna Salad in Pita Pockets

When packing this sandwich, put the tuna mixture in an airtight container. Cut the pita in half and pack it in a resealable plastic bag and put some leaf lettuce in another one. At lunchtime, your child can assemble the sandwich, and this way the pita bread wil not get soggy.

Corn Muffins with Green Onions

Corn kernels and creamed corn add crunch and moistness to muffins. Serve with Really Good Beef and Bean Chili.

Slow Cooker White Bean Soup With Kale and Sausage

Added during the last few minutes of cooking, kale brings bright green colour, great texture and plenty of health benefits to this simple, delicious soup.

Sausage Minestrone

Minestrone, the popular rustic vegetable-and-bean soup, is piqued with the addition of spicy Italian sausages. Leftovers make fabulous lunches.

Slow Cooker Lamb Shanks with Fennel and White Beans

Apple Chicken

Pair the fall flavours of apples and chicken with tender-crisp green beans and Roast Squash (see recipe link below).

Cabbage and White Bean Soup with Cheddar Cheese Muffins

Serve this wonderful satisfying soup for the main course and finish with a green salad. Perfect for casual entertaining! And the good news is that this meal is elegant, yet easy on the budget!

Bean and Ham Hock Soup with Kale and Croutons

The flavour of ham permeates this hearty soup. Ham hocks come in different sizes, and for this recipe, the weight does not need to be exact.

All-in-One Chicken with Green Beans and Cherry Tomatoes

Creamy Tarragon Chicken Medallions With Skillet Sweet Potatoes and Beans

Tangy mustard and sweet honey make this dish high in flavour yet easy on the salt. Boneless skinless turkey breast, another lean protein, is a great substitute for the chicken. Use the same weight and cut it into four portions.