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Find out everything you need to know about How to Cook Dried Beans in a CrockPot or Slow Cooker! I tried cooking beans that had been soaked and beans that had not been soaked. This post has everything you need to know to make perfect slow cooker beans. It’s important to know how to cook … Read more

Find out everything you need to know about How to Cook Dried Beans in a CrockPot or Slow Cooker! I tried cooking beans that had been soaked and beans that had not been soaked. This post has everything you need to know to make perfect slow cooker beans. It’s important to know how to cook … Read more

Fava beans, also known as broad beans, are a versatile legume that can be used in many dishes. Though they may not be as widely used as other beans, fava beans offer a lot of nutritional value and have some unique health benefits as well. This article will explore the many ways fava beans can … Read more

These Pinto Beans that Taste Like Chipotle are simple to make, cheap, and good for you. You can put them in salads and burritos or serve them with rice for a tasty vegetarian meal. Pinto beans are versatile and healthy, inexpensive and delicious. Chick-fil-A used to put bacon in their beans, but now they don’t … Read more

Nearly all of my fresh green bean recipes begin with blanching the beans. If you ask me, everyone should learn this method for how to cook green beans. It’s quick and easy, and it yields beans that are vibrant, crisp-tender, and not at all mushy. They’re perfect for serving as a side dish or adding … Read more

You know that beans are a must-have in your pantry if you like to meal prep or cook on a budget. They are easy to store, not too expensive, versatile, and very healthy. It’s not a surprise that a lot of people started stocking up when millions of Americans were told to stay home in … Read more

When I take the time to cook dried beans, I’m never disappointed. But dried beans are finicky. You need to soak them to reduce the amount of time they take to cook. You have to cook them at a low simmer so they don’t disintegrate. And there are certain factors that change the way they … Read more

Kidney beans are a staple ingredient in many classic chili recipes. But if you find yourself without kidney beans, don’t worry – you can easily use pinto beans instead. While kidney and pinto beans have some differences, pintos can make a fine substitute in chili. Here’s a detailed look at how swapping pinto beans for … Read more

Green bean varieties come in bush and pole types. There are a lot of different types of bush and pole beans, from the broad, meaty Roma beans to the thin, delicate French filet beans (haricorts verts). Pods can be round or flat, and come in multiple colors: green, purple, yellow, or mottled. Organic seeds are, … Read more

I can’t wait to tell you all about the Great Northern Beans! A few years ago, I wouldn’t have known what certain white beans were called. And now I’m thoroughly obsessed with beans, lentils, and all things legumes. This passion started on a panicked grocery store run during that first week in March 2020. There … Read more