A winter classic, this crock pot version of minestrone is heavy on the vegetables and light on the pasta, keeping carbs in check while providing plenty of flavor. Grab your crock pot for this hearty ...

1. In a large flameproof casserole that will hold all the ingredients, bring 5 cups of the water and a generous pinch of salt to a boil. Add the farro, return to a boil, and lower the heat. Simmer for ...

2 medium carrots, cut into 3/4-inch chunks 2 medium stalks celery with leaves, cut into 3/4-inch chunks 1. Rinse the beans and put them into a medium bowl. Cover them with about 2 inches boiling water ...

Chef Francisco Alejandri tried serving a vegetarian version of this soup at Agave y Aguacate but wasn’t happy with the results. You can buy unrefined pork lard in Latin American grocery stores.

Turns out beans really are good for your heart. The humble pinto bean is much more powerful than it looks. A super common small bean in the United States and Mexico, pintos are packed with nutrients, ...