Haricot beans, also known as navy beans or white beans, are a versatile type of bean that can be a nutritious addition to a variety of dishes. But what exactly are haricot beans and what makes them so popular in cooking? Read on for a complete guide to haricot beans including their nutrition, how to … Read more
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
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
Does someone know how to make store-bought baked beans taste like they were made from scratch? It’s a simple trick that will make any side dish taste better, and no one will ever find out. This feels wickedly unfair. Because it’s not really a recipe to me–but I know what the reality is: There’s an … Read more
Pole beans are one of our favorite vegetables. We share how to grow pole beans, our easy trellis system, favorite varieties, companion plants, and fertilizing tips. We grow pole beans for fresh eating and preserving, plus extra to swap with the neighbors. Once the season gets rolling, our vines produce until frost. We also save … Read more
Easy garlic green beans are delicious and simple to make. They can be prepared ahead of time and reheated right before serving. This is the perfect side dish for family weeknight dinners or special occasions. Easy garlic green beans are a delicious addition to any dinner. They are a favorite vegetable with both children and … Read more
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
Learn how to cook kidney beans from scratch with this simple step-by-step tutorial. Covering three different ways to cook dried kidney beans, youll end up with creamy, perfectly-cooked beans every time. We are huge fans of beans here on HNL, especially if theyre cooked from scratch. So much tastier than canned! Less salty! And so … Read more
Seasoned black beans for tacos are the ultimate quick and easy meal. You only need six things from your pantry to make these Mexican black beans, and they’re ready in less than 10 minutes! They go well with tacos, nachos, burritos, or taco salads, and they’re cheap and tasty. Tacos are one of my favorite … Read more
If you buy green coffee beans from a reputable importer, you can be sure that the coffee was handled carefully on its way from the farm to your home. After that, though, it’s up to the coffee roaster to make sure that the unroasted coffee stays as good as it can be until it’s roasted. … Read more