Can You Use Tomato Cages for Green Beans?

Green beans are a popular vegetable to grow in home gardens They are easy to grow, productive, and delicious when harvested fresh. Many home gardeners use a trellising system for their green beans, to keep the plants upright and make harvesting easier A common question is whether tomato cages can be used effectively to trellis … Read more

Converting Green Bean Measurements: How Many Ounces are in 4 Cups?

This beans calculator provides measurement conversions between cooked vs dried beans. You can toggle between volume (cups, cans) or weight (pounds, ounces, grams). 23 different types of legumes are available for converting. Data is checked against USDA FoodData Central to ensure accuracy and consistency. As you can see from the above, members of the legume … Read more

How to Roast Cacao Beans for DIY Chocolate Making

This time, we’ll learn about the interesting world of roasting cocoa beans, which is an important step in making chocolate. Let’s get into the specifics of roasting and talk about what it means and how it can improve your chocolate creations. Roasting cacao beans is an essential step in bean-to-bar chocolate making. When raw cacao … Read more

Maximizing Shelf Life of Opened Canned Green Beans

Home canned goods do not have a set expiry date, whatever you may hear. Many people say “one year,” but the best researchers say that’s just a “best before” date, like the ones on store-bought canned goods. Canned green beans are a pantry staple enjoyed year-round in casseroles, soups, and side dishes. Their convenience is … Read more