The week after I said I was going to use more canned beans, my friend Rose emailed me to say she had recently changed her mind and was now cooking beans from scratch after using canned beans all her life. A batch of slow cooker black beans had shown her the light. Rose’s note made … Read more
Want to know how to grow green beans in your own yard? If you like to think about the choices you make in life, like what crop to grow, don’t wait to grow green beans this year. Your choice is always valid. It is a versatile crop that is adaptable even with less fertile soils. … 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
Ive seen green string beans at the local hispanic market labeled as “ejotes”, but spanishdict. com translates green beans as “judia verde”. What is the correct way to talk about green string beans, especially with Hispanic Americans? 42407 views, last updated April 6, 2010; posted by RichKozMexicans; does not include the apostrophe. It depends on … Read more
A lot of minerals and fiber are found in beans. They may help your digestive health and lower your risk of type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure. It’s possible that they have more calories, fat, salt, and saturated fat than other foods. This popular dish, which is native to Northern Mexico, is a staple … Read more
Welcome to my other post from Kitchen Basics. In todays post, well explore how to cook dried and soaked kidney beans using an Instant Pot. Cooking beans at home is easy with my detailed instant pot recipe and step-by-step photos. Cooking beans from scratch can seem intimidating, but it’s actually quite simple with the help … Read more
This easy and tasty Green Beans for a Crowd recipe gets its flavor from cooking them in bacon, onions, and apple cider vinegar. Planning a dinner party or holiday meal for 10 adults and want to know how many pounds of green beans to make? As a busy home cook and hostess myself I’ve learned … Read more
Green beans are a staple vegetable for many homeowners. There are many varieties of green beans, some more common than others. You can buy fresh green beans at a U-pick farm or directly from a farm stand. They are also readily available at grocery stores, both fresh and canned or frozen. So how much does … Read more
As summer winds down you may find yourself with a surplus of fresh snap beans from your garden or local farm stand. These tender green beans are delicious when fresh but their season is fleeting. Freezing is an easy way to preserve your bountiful harvest so you can enjoy snappy green beans year-round. Why Freeze … Read more
Fresh foods are an important and essential part of the diet of pet birds. Fresh fruits and vegetables are especially good for birds because they are full of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that are good for their whole bodies. The process of looking for these foods keeps birds’ minds active and lets them do the … Read more