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As a long-time fan of Southwestern cuisine, I’m always on the lookout for the best ingredients to create authentic dishes from this region. And when it comes to beans, one variety stands out – the Dove Creek Pinto. Grown in the heart of Colorado’s “Pinto Bean Capital of the World,” these plump, earthy pintos have … Read more

Purple beans are really quite special. These are my favorite type of “green” bean because they’re so easy to pick. The pods are brightly colored and stand out among the leaves. They look great next to all the emeralds, chartreuse, and hunter greens in the garden. Please note that if you buy something after reading … Read more

The ketogenic (keto) diet has become incredibly popular over the past few years. This low-carb high-fat diet puts your body into a state of ketosis, where it burns fat for fuel instead of carbs. To get into ketosis, you need to restrict your carb intake to around 50 grams per day. This means saying goodbye … Read more

Ahhh, red beans and rice. This classic dish has been filling hungry bellies on a dime for centuries. It tastes great, is rich, has a lot of fiber and protein, makes a lot of leftovers that you can freeze, and is basically a cheap cook’s dream. But these traditional Louisiana Red Beans and Rice do … Read more

It doesn’t get easier than this tasty and easy side dish: slow cooker green beans go well with any main dish, any time of the year. If a vegetable were like baking, I’d say green beans are all-purpose! For one thing, they come in different forms almost all year, and for another, they go with … Read more

It’s not always easy to figure out how many green beans are in a cup when recipes say “1 cup of chopped green beans” or “2 cups of whole green beans.” We did some tests to help you figure out how many green beans you need to buy so that cooking is easier. To find … Read more

If you don’t want to use canned baked beans, make this easy recipe instead. It will take almost no work and be great at all your summer gets together. These old-fashioned baked beans are loaded with flavor, they’re saucy, smoky, and absolutely delish!. There can’t be a cookout without baked beans, and this simple recipe … Read more

For Muslims who have to follow a certain diet, it’s very important to know if commercial candies like Jelly Belly are halal. This means checking if the ingredients match their religious laws. Some things in food can be inappropriate or even prohibited. People from different cultures and religions, like vegetarians and vegans, also have rules … Read more

Are Pole Beans the Same as Green Beans? Unraveling the Climbing Confusion As a home gardener you’ve likely come across the terms “pole beans” and “green beans” before. But it can be confusing trying to discern if these labels refer to the same type of bean or not. While related, pole beans and green beans … Read more

It’s a familiar tale for many gardeners – you go away on vacation and return to find your green bean plants have continued producing, leaving you with an abundance of overgrown, fibrous beans. While these mature beans may have missed their prime eating window, there are still plenty of delicious ways to put them to … Read more