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There may be affiliate links in this post. If you buy something through one of these links, I’ll get a small commission at no extra cost to you. Please read full disclosure for more information. If you soak beans before planting them, they will germinate faster and more easily. This means you can harvest your … Read more

If you’re growing green beans, you may notice that the leaves have more holes than leaves, and the pods aren’t much better either. The culprit is likely the bean leaf beetle, Cerotoma trifurcata. This chrysomelid beetle is an occasional pest of snap beans and soybeans throughout the southeastern U. S. Beetles are more likely to … Read more

This recipe is sponsored by Hurst’s® HamBeens® 15 Bean Soup® though all opinions are mine alone. Have some ham left over? This Slow Cooker 15 Bean Soup recipe is perfect for you! It’s a classic recipe that has been made even better by adding kale. Serve it with garlic bread, and you’ll be all set! … Read more

It is very easy to make cheesy and smooth refried bean dip. Just mix the ingredients together and bake it until it gets hot and gooey. This fantastic hot bean dip features cream cheese, vegetables, Monterrey Jack cheese, sour cream, and spices. You can easily adjust spice level of the dip to make it more … Read more

Folgers is one of the most well-known and popular coffee brands in the United States, Walk down any coffee aisle in the grocery store and you’re sure to see their iconic red canisters lined up, Folgers has been around since the 1850s and has become synonymous with American coffee culture, But does this classic coffee … Read more

This bean and bacon soup is a classic comfort food that is also good for you and warms you up. It tastes like grandma’s home cooking and is full of fiber and protein. You can eat it as a main dish or as a starter for lunch or dinner. This recipe is just like Campbell’s … Read more

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. When bean blossoms drop off without producing a pod, it can be frustrating. To fix bean blossom problems, you can first figure out why they are happening. This is true for many things in the garden. Read … Read more

Many people who garden, go to the farmers’ market, or even shop at Whole Foods have the same problem: they compost more food than they eat. This is because they want to waste less food and be more environmentally friendly. And we end up making some rather expensive compost. Not because we’re picky or wasteful, … Read more

We’re not hating on green beans, that’s not what’s happening here! We actually love them. Green beans are tasty, but they are more of a vegetable than a legume. Which of course, reflects in their nutritional value. When we eat green beans, most of what we actually eat is the pod. Yes, the seeds are … Read more

As a passionate home cook and food blogger, I love whipping up green bean casserole for holiday feasts. This comforting blend of tender green beans, creamy mushroom soup and crispy fried onions is a staple on many Thanksgiving and Christmas dinner tables. But after everyone has had their fill, you’re often left with leftovers lingering … Read more