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October 21, 2011

Bush’s Beans Culinary Retreat Video and Giveaway

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Most of the Bush’s Beans Blogger Partnership Family. Photo courtesy of Crackle Photography

This giveaway is now closed. The winner, Kim Barrett, has claimed the prize. Thanks for entering!

See below for a giveaway from Bush’s Beans!

A couple weeks ago I shared a few pictures from a wonderful trip I had just returned from with Bush’s Beans. I am incredibly honored to be a part of this amazing team of bloggers, chefs, PR friends and of course… Bush’s Beans team members. We have a lot of fun together, work hard together, and honestly… when we are together I feel like I’m with family (the non-crazy, no drama kind of family!) I love spending time with everyone on the team and always leave feeling refreshed and inspired.

I made a short video of our experience in Montana at the beautiful Paws Up Resort. If you don’t have this destination on your bucket list, I highly recommend adding it. I’ve never felt so at peace in my life as I did when I sat out on the porch of our log home and listened to the sound of the calm, quiet stillness. I can’t wait to return someday.

Thanks to Bush’s Beans, Paws Up and the chefs who continue to inspire us Connie Gutterson and Jeffrey Saad. ˆI also want to thank my fellow blogging friends for their friendship… they are part of the reason the Bush’s Beans family is a great one: Sandy, Amy, Cheryl, Aggie, Katie, Laura and Tina.

I promise I’ll share some of the recipes we cooked in a future post. In the meantime, I want to give you the opportunity to win a great prize pack from Bush’s Beans!

Staub Grill Pan • Adorable Apron • Silpat • Bean Strainer • Recipes made at the event
Various spices to the make recipes • Coupons for free cans of Bush’s Beans

To enter, simply leave a comment on this post telling me what your favorite dish to cook with Bush’s Beans is! That’s it! Giveaway will end on Friday, October 28th at midnight, CST. Winner will be chosen via Random.org and notified following the drawing. Thanks and good luck!





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  1. Mimi Avocado says

    October 21, 2011 at 3:37 pm

    When the weather turns cool I like to cook a nice pork roast and serve it with Bush’s Original Baked Beans. My favorite thing is to put leftover chunks if the pork, seasoned with rosemary, garlic, salt and pepper, into the pot of beans for a quick comfort meal.

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  2. Natalie says

    October 21, 2011 at 3:49 pm

    I love making chili with Bush’s Beans. And, Black Bean soup is good. And, just serving them with some BBQ. Actually, the list goes on and on. 🙂

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  3. Nisrine M. says

    October 21, 2011 at 3:51 pm

    It will be bean season very soon. Chili is my favorite when the weather gets cold.

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  4. Ginny says

    October 21, 2011 at 4:06 pm

    Believe it or not, felafel. We try to eat meatless three times a week, though, so I cook with beans all the time (in fact, we’re having chorizo and pinto bean quesadillas for dinner tonight!).

    Reply
  5. Crystal's Cozy Kitchen says

    October 21, 2011 at 4:19 pm

    One of my favorites is Black Bean Tortilla Casserole.

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  6. Amanda says

    October 21, 2011 at 4:32 pm

    I love grilled burgers and beans. Like, its gonna be my last meal kinda love. 🙂 That picture at the top is so great!!!

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  7. Bev Weidner says

    October 21, 2011 at 4:39 pm

    Ooooooh, this was fantastic!

    A) J’adore ze song.

    B) J’adore ze ladies

    C) Oh, and why was he throwing salt on the floor?! I like it…..I’m just curious.

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  8. Sarah R says

    October 21, 2011 at 5:07 pm

    Oh how I adore beans! I love this recipe for Chicken Stew with White Beans and Spinach: http://ellysaysopa.com/2007/10/20/simple-dinners-are-the-best-dinners/

    It’s a favorite of ours.

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  9. Averie @ Love Veggies and Yoga says

    October 21, 2011 at 5:36 pm

    I made this with Bush’s beans
    http://www.loveveggiesandyoga.com/2011/09/spicy-baked-black-beans-with-vegetables.html

    your trip looks awesome!!

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  10. Sam H says

    October 21, 2011 at 5:58 pm

    I’ve really been on a sweet potato/black bean taco kick lately… YUM!

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  11. Schmidty says

    October 21, 2011 at 6:15 pm

    I just love the country style bush beans with potato salad and roasted pork loin chops.

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  12. Amy says

    October 21, 2011 at 6:42 pm

    Red Beans & Rice!

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  13. Brooke says

    October 21, 2011 at 7:06 pm

    I buy them for everything for everything that needs beans,… chili, taco salad, and just a good source of protein to add to a green salad for lunch. They are great!

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  14. Kim says

    October 21, 2011 at 7:22 pm

    I know it sounds weird but we mix them in our potato salad. It sounds bad but it’s so good

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  15. Erica Best says

    October 21, 2011 at 7:31 pm

    i love ribs with my bake beans

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  16. Dana says

    October 21, 2011 at 7:51 pm

    I love to make chilaquiles with black beans and tortillas.

    Reply
  17. Joan says

    October 21, 2011 at 8:05 pm

    Open the can and put it on the grill!!!

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  18. Jessie C. says

    October 21, 2011 at 8:14 pm

    Grilled pork loin with Bush’s beans.

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  19. Cathy W says

    October 21, 2011 at 8:24 pm

    Burgers on the grill with potato salad and Bush’s beans.

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  20. kimmers says

    October 21, 2011 at 8:34 pm

    I make so many bean based dishes for my 6 kids! It’s how we are surviving feeding the 4 teenagers!

    My favorite is probably grilled chicken and black beans served on a small tortilla w/ cheese, lettuce or fresh spinach, sour cream and grilled onions and sometimes grilled bell peppers.

    We also make lots of chilli and goulash. Seems like almost every meal involves bush’s beans and the black beans are our very favorite.

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  21. Stacie says

    October 21, 2011 at 8:50 pm

    baked beans in our house! Yummy!

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  22. Ericka T says

    October 21, 2011 at 8:51 pm

    I like hot dogs with my Bush’s Beans.

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  23. MaryAnn D. says

    October 21, 2011 at 9:02 pm

    I love to make Ceci (Garbanzo) Bean Salad. I make it every couple of weeks. It is light & delicious. I always feel good after I eat it. I also like black beans spiced with jalapeno & onion. I eat them with meats or by themselves. My 3rd would be kidney beans in chile.

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  24. Chantal says

    October 21, 2011 at 9:03 pm

    Left over shredded chicken with bush’s beans over rice. Yum!

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  25. Sylvie @ Gourmande in the Kitchen says

    October 21, 2011 at 9:19 pm

    What an incredibly beautiful place, I loved seeing the video of your trip.

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  26. Angie says

    October 21, 2011 at 9:23 pm

    I make a dish with Garbanzo beans ~ greek style and it is so yummy!!

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  27. Lori Morgan says

    October 21, 2011 at 9:28 pm

    My favorite dish is White Chicken Chili !

    Reply
  28. Les in NE says

    October 21, 2011 at 9:29 pm

    I make a taco soup using black, pinto, navy, and kidney beans–all from Bush’s. My family and friends love it.

    Someday I’ll get to Paw’s Up Resort. Beautiful, beautiful…

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  29. Kelsey G. says

    October 21, 2011 at 9:32 pm

    Baled beans with BACON BACON BACON!!

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  30. Tickled Red says

    October 21, 2011 at 9:37 pm

    Your trip looked wonderful and relaxing love. We like to make Jambalaya with our Bush Beans and Pasta Fagioli.

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  31. Billie says

    October 21, 2011 at 10:46 pm

    I know this sounds horrible, but it was a favorite of my dad’s— beans and browned hamburger over mashed potatoes. Way back when I was in girls scouts we made beans and hamburger, but they served it on hamburger buns. I so wanted mine on mashed potatoes. Anyway, I can’t wait for the weather to turn colder, so I can make this dish. It is truly a stick to your ribs type of meal. Yum!

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  32. BridgetSoup says

    October 21, 2011 at 11:11 pm

    Mmmm I love making bush beans in general but when you add some garlic, onion and brown sugar and bake for a while man do they get gooey and deep in flavor! Love them!!

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  33. Katzpawz says

    October 21, 2011 at 11:33 pm

    My very favorite thing with Bush Beans is to caramelize onions, add a little Dijon mustard, some maple syrup and a big can of Bush’s Country Style Beans. That’s really YUMMY all by itself – but I really guild the lily by topping it with a big ham steak, covering it and simmering until all is hot and I just can’t stand to wait any longer! Good lord, I’m hungry now!

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  34. Stefani says

    October 22, 2011 at 2:20 am

    a former roommate taught me how to make authentic cuban beans and rice..gotta use bush’s!

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  35. MaryBeth says

    October 22, 2011 at 5:35 am

    I love making white chicken chili with tons of canellini beans…YUMMY!

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  36. Laura says

    October 22, 2011 at 8:03 am

    Taco soup!

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  37. Gretchen Young says

    October 22, 2011 at 8:43 am

    Pasta Fagiole and baked beans with kielbasa.

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  38. Amy Kempf says

    October 22, 2011 at 8:49 am

    Chicken Chili w/ Bush’s Beans is my favorite!

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  39. Jennifer @ Mother Thyme says

    October 22, 2011 at 8:55 am

    Looks like an amazing time! We love beans and I use them in so many recipes, especially in dishes like chili with Bush’s Beans! 🙂

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  40. Foodiewife says

    October 22, 2011 at 11:20 am

    Truly, I only buy Bush’s beans. What a great time you had, the video shows. We’re going to Montana in July, and I’m excited. Black Bean Soup is one of my favorite recipes that I make with Bush’s beans. Great giveaway, and that apron is so cute.

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  41. Sue says

    October 22, 2011 at 11:36 am

    What we are known for here in Rochester, NY are garbage plates which are red hots, potatoes and beans covered with hot sauce, onions and mustard. I prefer to use Bush’s beans when making garbage plates.

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  42. Caroline H. says

    October 22, 2011 at 11:37 am

    We love to use the Black Beans with a can of Rotel tomatoes, add some spices… and it’s a great side dish for turkey tacos! And once the weather gets cooler, of course a huge pot of chili!

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  43. lisa says

    October 22, 2011 at 12:21 pm

    I love bush beans in chili, goulash and any kind of Tex-Mex dish!

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  44. April was in CT now CA says

    October 22, 2011 at 12:22 pm

    I love making Cowboy Camp Beans! I got this recipe from my step-mom and it’s one of my favorites that has ground beef and some spices in it with a few cans of baked beans, Bush’s of course! It’s the only brand we eat.

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  45. Yvonne Houchin says

    October 22, 2011 at 5:58 pm

    Taco Salad with beans is one of our favorite.

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  46. Karen W says

    October 22, 2011 at 7:21 pm

    Chicken, cheese and bean burritos.

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  47. Kim B. says

    October 22, 2011 at 9:26 pm

    Taco Soup! I also LOVE Bush’s bbq beans alongside our tri-tip & grilled asparagus 🙂 GREAT giveaway & what a FABULOUS experience!

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  48. Mb says

    October 22, 2011 at 10:20 pm

    pulled pork sandwich!

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  49. Sue A says

    October 22, 2011 at 10:54 pm

    I like to cook Bush’s beans with a nice crockpot full of bbq pork ribs…yummy!

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  50. Amanda says

    October 23, 2011 at 8:42 am

    Black bean chili

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  51. Kari says

    October 23, 2011 at 9:32 am

    My family loves black bean lasagna. So yummy!

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  52. Amy B. says

    October 23, 2011 at 11:59 am

    I make three bean pork chili with Bush Beans!

    Thanks for the giveaway!
    Amy B.
    adennispac@yahoo.com

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  53. Katie says

    October 23, 2011 at 12:12 pm

    I love just straight baked beans, but I also love to use Bush’s Black Beans for veggie burgers

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    • Christine @ Oatmeal in my Bowl says

      October 25, 2011 at 12:10 pm

      Love veggie burgers w/ BBB. 🙂 Good one!

      Reply
  54. TK says

    October 23, 2011 at 12:52 pm

    Black bean salad. Yum!

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  55. Tania says

    October 23, 2011 at 4:59 pm

    I like black beans for Cuban black bean soup.

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  56. Carla Gray says

    October 23, 2011 at 5:30 pm

    Our favorite is my boyfriends sweet/spicy chili. We actually made it last night!

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  57. erin says

    October 23, 2011 at 7:47 pm

    we love bush’s beans at our house!! chili beans for turkey chili. black beans for tacos!

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  58. Meg says

    October 23, 2011 at 8:42 pm

    Oh Bush’s beans. I LOVE THEM just the way they are 😀 But what makes them even better is when I eat them while camping 😀

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  59. Genevieve Larson says

    October 23, 2011 at 10:49 pm

    Veggie tacos with Bush’s black beans added for extra protein

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  60. Sharon Allen says

    October 24, 2011 at 10:18 am

    Just good ole baked beans with bacon!

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  61. Christine says

    October 24, 2011 at 11:23 am

    Sausages and baked beans! I also add a tablespoon of chutney for added sweetness!

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  62. Michelle Wright says

    October 24, 2011 at 11:25 am

    I love baked beans at a cook out.

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  63. Desi says

    October 24, 2011 at 11:54 am

    I love to add Bush’s black beans (or any beans for that matter) to many different chili recipes 🙂

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  64. Elaine says

    October 24, 2011 at 11:58 am

    Hamburgers grilled outside, with Bush’s Baked Beans and mac & cheese… a family favorite!

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  65. Katherine says

    October 24, 2011 at 1:06 pm

    I love hot dogs with Bush’s beans on top!

    katherinedibello (at) gmail (dot) com

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  66. Babs says

    October 24, 2011 at 1:08 pm

    I use the black beans in veggie quesadillas, salsa and taco soup. I use many of the other types of beans for chili and baked beans. They are always good quality and reasonably priced.

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  67. Teri Carter says

    October 24, 2011 at 1:12 pm

    black beans mostly for my black bean salsa , I also use the baked beans. Bush’s is by far the best brand though.

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  68. Lori H says

    October 24, 2011 at 2:06 pm

    I love to make a little side salad of corn, black beans, red pepper & a little Italian dressing. So good with tortilla chips!

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  69. Amy says

    October 24, 2011 at 2:16 pm

    I like Homestyle or Bold and Spicy with hotdogs or grilled burgers.

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  70. Z.Grimm says

    October 24, 2011 at 9:12 pm

    I dunno if this makes me weird, but I just like eating them by themselves as a snack. I buy the small cans and snack on them every so often, I think they’re the tastiest!

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  71. Sharon says

    October 24, 2011 at 9:57 pm

    I like to use Bush’s Beans when I make Cowboy Beans. Thanks!

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  72. Carolsue says

    October 25, 2011 at 2:32 am

    I’ve made Beef and Bean Pot many times. Yum!
    Digicats {at} Sbcglobal {dot} Net

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  73. Amy Tong says

    October 25, 2011 at 3:25 am

    My favorite dish with Bush’s Beans is black beans with grilled corn and tomato salad! Healthy, refreshing and delicious.

    amy [at] utry [dot] it

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  74. mary jane says

    October 25, 2011 at 6:32 am

    I love to make a casserole with bush’s bean with hot dogs and bush’s beans, cheese and some shredded flour tortillas, lots of cheese and sometimes I saute some onions and some red peppers to throw into the casserole..Usually in a hurry to get this started I put the meal together the night before and it is ready to pop into the oven promptly for a great meal on cold winter days like we are having tonight..Would love to win the giveaway and love your blog…happy halloween..mary jane s from momanddad00@clear.net

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  75. Rachel @ Not Rachael Ray says

    October 25, 2011 at 7:08 am

    What a fun group, looks like a great trip! I love to make homemade baked beans–so yummy!

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  76. bridget {bake at 350} says

    October 25, 2011 at 8:50 am

    Love the video…and the music, Kristen!

    We use beans ALL the time. I’m not sure I can pick a favorite. 😉

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  77. Stephanie says

    October 25, 2011 at 9:44 am

    My bf’s mom used to make Peel’s Deals.. I think. They were hot dogs on toasted buns with a Bush Beans topping. SO GOOD!

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  78. Tara @ Chip Chip Hooray says

    October 25, 2011 at 10:02 am

    I love black bean burgers! That or a thick, hearty chili. 🙂

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  79. Lori @ RecipeGirl says

    October 25, 2011 at 10:12 am

    What a fabulous video! I really want to go to that resort. LOVE Montana. My fave thing to make w/ Bush’s beans would have to be black bean and mango quesadillas.

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  80. jessica says

    October 25, 2011 at 10:18 am

    My favorite receipe to use Bush’s Beans in is Black Bean, Corn, & Turkey Chili! So delicious 🙂

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  81. Barbara Rampino says

    October 25, 2011 at 11:29 am

    Black bean soup with a dollop of sour cream, onions and spicy peppers

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  82. Christine @ Oatmeal in my Bowl says

    October 25, 2011 at 12:12 pm

    The country style baked beans are favorites to serve when I make crock pot bbq pot roast for our shredded bbq

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    • Christine @ Oatmeal in my Bowl says

      October 25, 2011 at 12:12 pm

      oops. for our shredded bbq sandwiches topped with cayenne pepper onion straws. It compliments it perfectly!

      Reply
  83. Sherri C says

    October 25, 2011 at 12:15 pm

    Mexican Lasagna is my favorite thing to cook with Bush’s Beans. Thanks for the opporunity to win this giveaway!

    Reply
  84. Natalie johnson says

    October 25, 2011 at 12:51 pm

    Love making tacos with the black beans! So yummy!

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  85. Judy Hunzie says

    October 25, 2011 at 1:21 pm

    I like to use Bush’s Pinto Beans in burritos. Especially using left over grilled tri-tip and cheese. Bush’s Pinto Beans help make this a quick and easy dinner.

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  86. Wenderly says

    October 25, 2011 at 2:11 pm

    There are sooooo many! But black bean turkey would have to be an all time fav! LOVE the video! Felt like I was there with all you lovelies!

    Reply
  87. Jennai says

    October 25, 2011 at 2:41 pm

    My favorite recipe with Bush’s Beans is a Taco Salad

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  88. Kelly S. says

    October 25, 2011 at 3:20 pm

    In the fall/winter it’s chili, in the summer we like Bush’s baked beans with just about anything on the grill.

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  89. Laura says

    October 25, 2011 at 9:27 pm

    I love to make black bean, corn and zucchini enchiladas.

    Btw – cute sweater! And fun video. Looks like you all had a great time, lots of smiles. That resort is definitely on my bucket list. I’ve already mapped out a road trip I want to take with the boys when they’re older starting in Jackson Hole and ending at Paws Up. 🙂

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  90. Lynn BB says

    October 26, 2011 at 6:28 am

    We love chunky black bean and corn salsa!

    Reply
  91. Jen says

    October 26, 2011 at 6:31 am

    Mmm, chili for sure in the winter!

    Reply
  92. Kim Weigand says

    October 26, 2011 at 10:57 am

    I have many as we love all of Bush’s beans but recently made up a new which has now turned into a family favorite…Bush’s BBQ Bean Soup….yummy!!

    Reply
  93. Robin R says

    October 26, 2011 at 5:42 pm

    Love using Bush’s black beans in my turkey chili!

    Reply
  94. Juile L says

    October 26, 2011 at 8:22 pm

    In chili thanks

    Reply
  95. Tabathia B says

    October 26, 2011 at 10:13 pm

    I love to cook bbq chicken breast and bbq pork chops with beans
    tbarrettno1 at gmail dot com

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  96. Jodi Pavlik says

    October 27, 2011 at 7:19 am

    My family loves my mexican lasagna which include bush’s black beans!

    Reply
  97. Yvonne Houchin says

    October 27, 2011 at 11:04 am

    Love Taco Salad with Bush’s Kidney Beans.

    Reply
  98. Whitney says

    October 27, 2011 at 11:20 am

    Chili chili chili!! My family was calling it 7 bean chili but I think I’m up to 10 different kinds of beans now….whatever looks good goes in the pot. Of course, my dad, from Texas, doesn’t approve of my chili because it HAS beans but Dave and the boys disagree!!!

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  99. Amy W. says

    October 27, 2011 at 11:51 am

    My favorite is Mexican Lasagna.

    Reply
  100. Ronda says

    October 27, 2011 at 12:02 pm

    A black bean chili that is perfect for the cold winter days ahead.

    Reply
  101. Jeanne says

    October 28, 2011 at 1:04 pm

    I use Bush’s pinto beans for refried beans, black and light red kidney beans for chili. My husband likes the new Bush’s Grillin’ Beans with hot dogs and hamburgers

    Reply
  102. Sean says

    October 31, 2011 at 11:05 am

    I love to make lime chicken bean soup. It’s delicious and my wife’s favorite meal that I cook.

    Reply

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There’s a lot of excitement in Kansas City as our beloved @chiefs head back to the Super Bowl this weekend! #runitback 🏈
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It’s so strange because winning the super bowl last year was the last “normal” thing that happened before the pandemic hit. We went from a city full of excitement to shutting down and sheltering in place. Maybe when we win and bring the trophy home this year, it’ll be the start of something great. Let’s hope!
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Who are you rooting for Sunday? Chiefs, Buccaneers or tacos? 😂
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#chiefskingdom #superbowl2021 #kcchiefs #patrickmahomes #tattooideasforgirls #gochiefs #gameday🏈 #kimklassen_innercircle #eisfor #excitingthingstocome #excitingtimes #backtobackchamps
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D is for... Dreary (and Dog)
February has always been my least favorite month. I have a special name for this month that may start with another not so nice F word...🤭.
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In Kansas, the sun usually doesn't shine that often, it's cold, and just kind of gray and blah.
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My indoor jungle makes me happy though...especially this space in my office. Houseplants almost makes me forget we’re in the “F” month 😂.
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Also, my dog (my favorite d word) would not sit still for a picture when I had my tripod set up, but I finally caught her sitting on her bed and had to catch a picture with my phone. Swipe and you’ll see she is much overdue for a haircut.
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#disfor #houseplantdecor #leafy #plantsmakepeoplehappy #plantslover #plantsmakemehappy #houseplantlove #houseplantlovers #houseplanthoarder #houseplantsmakemehappy #fiddleleaffig #indoorplantsdecor @kimklassen_innercircle #kimklassen_innercircle
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C is for Coaching, Coffee and Crystals! Lots of C words today. My @rockyourhappy coaching practice has been the best thing. I am so lucky to be working with really great clients who are doing the hard work and making big changes in their lives. It’s been the perfect fit for me and I know it’s what I am meant to be doing. Coffee, of course, is my favorite C word and Crystals…my daughters got me into the energy powers of crystals and it’s been really fun to learn all about them.
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My beautiful, custom, Rock Your Happy bullet journal is from @maisielaneco . Coffee/espresso is from @mistoboxcoffee Fabulous photography backdrop is from @poppybeesurfaces . Crystals are from a wonderful local shop here in town.
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There’s still time to join in the @kimklassen_innercircle photography group, where this months theme is A-Z. Join us!
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#flatlayphotography #flatlayoftheday #bulletjournal2021 #bulletjournals #crystalsofig #coffeephotos #coffeephotography #kimklassen_innercircle #prettylittleinspo #cisfor
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B is for Books! Are you a big reader? I wasn’t really a reader growing up. Well, I take that back. In junior high I plowed through the Sweet Valley High series (anyone else?) 😊 And when I was in elementary school I would bust my butt to get to the highest level in the SRA Reading box before anyone else. But I wasn’t a kid who you’d find with their nose in a book, ever.
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It wasn’t until I was an adult, and my kids began to sleep through the night, that I started reading for fun. Now, I read all the time and it’s one of my favorite pastimes. I love talking books with people and sharing recommendations. I really don’t watch TV, so books, especially right now, is my main form of entertainment.
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This is why for the @kimklassen_innercircle A-Z photography challenge, I knew that Books would be my B. It’s my favorite B word (beating out Bullet Journaling, Bread, Blankets, Be Happy, etc).
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#simplepleasuresoflife #prettylittleinspo #bookcommunity #slowliving #cozyvibes #bookphotos #bookslove #beautyyouseek
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A is for Alone. I think one of the hardest things for me to get used to this past year is rarely being alone. My husband used to travel all the time. My school aged kids were in school all day while I worked. I’d even get several days a month in a hotel room by myself for my work travels. I like my alone time and it’s definitely something I miss.
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I’m easily distracted so you will usually find me working in complete silence…maybe just the hum of my essential oil diffuser and the sound of my fingers on my keyboard. I need the quiet and treasure silence.
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With that said, I’ve loved the extra time with my family - and we’ve all learned over the past several months how to give each other space and recognize when we need that space. As of today, my kids all are back to school full time in person 😢. Nick is still working from home and will be for the time being, but now the aloneness feels strange. I’m sure we’ll get used to this “new normal” yet again!
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This month in @kimklassen photography Inner Circle, we’re tackling the alphabet, with an A-Z photography challenge (interpreting that however we see fit). If you want to join us, check out this wonderful community of photographers at @kimklassen_innercircle 📷.
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#picturesofme #talesofthemoment #kimklassen_innercircle #homeishere #beautyyouseek #alonebutnotlonely #lightstreaks #itsthelittlethings #cozyliving
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