101 Things to do with Beans Author:Eliza Cross From Crispy Green Bean Fries to Lucky Black-Eyed Peas and The Ultimate Nachos, 101 Things to do with Beans elevates legumesto a whole new level. Includes recipes for at least twelve varieties including green beans, great Northern, pinto, black, navy and cannellini. Enjoy tasty dips and appetizers, soul-soothing soups and stews, hearty dinners a... more »nd sides, and much more in this new collection of easy-to-make recipes-all created from delicious, nourishing beans. ELIZA CROSS is an award-winning writer, and the author of several books, including 101 Things to do with Bacon and 101 Things to do with a Pickle. She develops recipes and styles cuisine for corporate and print media, and blogs about food, gardening, and sustainable living at happysimpleliving.com. She lives with her family in Centennial, Colorado.« less