NILE SPICE RED BEAN AND RICE SOUP

We make great-tasting, all-natural soup cups that fit your lifestyle. We know that you don't always have time to make a healthy lunch or snack for yourself. Nile Spice soups are a healthy alternative to vending machine lunches or fast food, and they're quick and delicious! Just add hot water and they're ready in five minutes. The cups are portable and easy to store. Keep a selection in your desk or cupboard; with more than 14 varieties you're bound find the perfect flavor to fit your mood. To find out more about our soup cups, take a look at our products section.

About the Brand

Nile Spice, a product of the Hain Celestial Group, Inc., makes great-tasting, all-natural soup cups that fit your lifestyle. "We know that you don't always have time to make a healthy lunch or snack for yourself. Nile Spice soups are a healthy alternative to vending machine lunches or fast food, and they're quick and delicious! Just add hot water and they're ready in five minutes. The cups are portable and easy to store."

INSTANT FAT FREE BLACK REFRIED BEANS

Honestly, these beans don't look so hot in the pan. Kind of look like a thick fudge sauce. However, everyone who has tried them absolutely loves them. They aren't even in the same league with canned black beans and have a smoky, sort of sweetness to them. I also like the fact that you just add them to boiling water and voila!! you have something special. (Review by Michelle)

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INSTANT SOUTHERN STYLE REFRIED BEANS

From the time that I was a child, beans in different forms have been part of almost every meal. With more and more hectic schedules and less time to focus on cooking, it has been difficult to prepare beans - especially refried beans - as often as I would like. Enter Santa Fe Bean Co.'s product: Instant Southwestern Style Refried Beans! - These instant refried beans come in a convenient, sealed package. You can put them in the pantry or carry them easily when you travel. There is no danger of spills or messes because the packaging is excellent and the product is dry. Preparing the beans is quick and easy. No fancy cookware or additional products are needed. Within minutes you will have tasty, healthy refried beans that can compliment your meals. The flavor of the prepared product is genuine and scrumptious. Whenever you crave refried beans but are in a hurry, look to this product! I recommend Santa Fe Bean Co.'s Instat Southwestern Style Refried (Review by E. Gonzalez) See more.

INSTANT FAT FREE VEGETARIAN REFRIED BEANS

These are, without a doubt, the best refrieds I've ever prepared and/or eaten ... and I'm a long time lover of refried beans. They are a snap to prepare. Although the directions say to cover and simmer for five minutes, I've found it best to turn the heat to low and stir uncovered for about three minutes or so, then remove the pan from the burner and let them sit covered for a couple more minutes. A quick comparison to a can of top brand 'fat free' refried beans shows that the Santa Fe Fat Free Vegetarian beans have less than half the sodium! And, because of the handy packaging, you can reduce the salt further by shaking the pouch first. This knocks some of the salt to the bottom. Then scoop the contents of the bag into the boiling water, leaving the salty residue at the bottom of the pouch - don't need it. Plus, there are so many additional things you can do with refried (Review by Ellay "light") See more.

BOB'S RED MILL LARGE LIMA BEANS

Premium quality. Friend of the heart. Bob's Red Mill Large Lima Beans have a rich, buttery flavor and smooth texture. They're perfect for soups, salad, or as a side dish. Lima Beans are a very good source of protein, dietary fiber and iron. Diets rich in whole grains and other plant foods low in total fat, saturated fat and cholesterol may reduce the risk of heart disease and some cancers. All natural. See more.

BOB'S READ MILL ORGANIC GRAIN QUINOA

The supergrain ancient food for today. 100% whole grain. Excellent source. Whole Grain Quinoa is the most nutritious of all grain. It's high in fiber, a good source of Iron, and has all eight essential amino acids. So, it's no wonder that it was a primary staple of the ancient Incas of South America. Quinoa has a delicate nutty flavor and is very easy to prepare, Widely versatile, it's great by itself or in any recipe that calls for whole grain. Our Quinoa has been thoroughly rinsed and air dried to remove the naturally occurring bitter saponins, so it can be used without rinsing. USDA organic. Certified 100% organic by QAI. All natural. Bob's Red Mill products labeled gluten free are batch tested in our quality control laboratory. We use an Elisa Gluten Assay test to determine if a product is gluten free. Quinoa is perfect for entrees, Elisa and salads calling for whole grains. It is light and delicious while being quick and easy to prepare. An ever-increasing number of people with food allergies find that organic Quinoa permits a more normal diet.

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BOB'S RED MILL CHANA DAL BEANS

With their sweet and nutty flavor, these versatile beans are the most popular in India. They are made by splitting a small husked relative of the chickpea. Chana Dal Beans are very nutritious, easy to digest, and have an exceptionally low rating on the glycemic index. All natural. Friend of the heart. Diets rich in whole grain foods and other plant foods low in total fat, saturated fat and cholesterol, may reduce the risk of heart disease and some cancers.

Vegan Natural Choice (Review by Vegancompassion "anattanupassana")
Vegan. Natural. Excellent quality. Chana dal is one of my favorites from when I lived in India & Nepal. Dal is the primary protein source for vegetarians in South Asia and can also be a great part of any vegan diet. Here is "Greg's Flavorful Chana Dal" recipe: Pour safflower oil in bottom of crock pot or deep fryer (.25"/.5 cm) and heat; after hot add minced fresh ginger, minced fresh garlic, minced fresh onion, and minced fresh habenero or chilis (optional) to taste and cook/stir for 1-3 minutes; add 3 parts water for however much chana dal you intend to cook and boil; then add chana dal; cook and occasionally stir for about 1.5 hrs or until creamy consistency. If preparing small portion, then do first steps in small frypan and transfer to cooking pot so oil is not too much. This review is out there for those for whom this makes a difference. See all of my reviews for more great choices. Check out "Vegan Grocery Favorites" and "Vegan Grocery Top Ten" in Listmania. Your "helpful" votes count and will be greatly appreciated to benefit the search of others. See more.