Based on what I see outside my window, I plan to spend a lot of time inside this weekend. If you are too, I have a tasty idea for making the most of our time indoors: Crock Pot Pinto Beans! This simple recipe for healthy crock pot pinto beans will make you rethink every can … Read more
Short answer: no, there is not a meaningful difference between “espresso beans” versus “coffee beans. ” While the terms aren’t fully interchangeable, there isn’t a clear-and-sharp distinction between “espresso and coffee beans. ”. People probably mean “more darkly roasted” coffee beans when they use the term “espresso bean” to tell the difference. Yup, it turns … Read more
Even though beans are small, there are a lot of different kinds on the market. To see this, go to the grocery store and look in the canned goods section. Knowing all the different types of beans and how to use them can be overwhelming. Some types of beans, like chickpeas and garbanzo beans, are … Read more
Parrots are intelligent, active birds that make for popular pets. Their natural diet consists of seeds, nuts, berries, buds, and some fruits and veggies. As caretakers, it’s our job to provide them with proper nutrition. This leads to the question – can parrots eat green beans? Let’s find out! An Overview of Parrot Nutrition In … Read more
We have had decent rain, so I was surprised when the fresh green beans I got were “tough”. Biting into a crunchy, tender green bean straight from the garden is one of summer’s simple pleasures. However, sometimes those eagerly anticipated beans turn out unpleasantly tough and fibrous instead of crisp. What causes green beans to … Read more
Canning beans is a wonderful way to have ready made meals on your pantry shelf. It takes very little time to pressure can dried beans and can save you hours at dinner time. Home-canned beans also have a much better flavor than store-bought tinned beans (and they are more nutritious too!). Make a batch of … Read more
You don’t need to soak these Instant Pot black beans before cooking them. They are easy, creamy, tasty, and you don’t even have to use your hands. Cooking dried black beans from scratch in a pressure cooker results in rich, flavorful beans ready in a fraction of the time needed on the stovetop With just … Read more
Here are 15 of the best main dish recipes that go well with fresh green beans, along with my 6-minute green bean cooking method that never fails. Green beans go well with a lot of different foods. They taste great cooked, frozen, string, or in the classic green bean casserole. I think green beans are … Read more
Mayocoba beans, also known as canary beans or Peruvian beans, are a delicious and versatile legume that deserves a spot in every pantry. With their smooth, creamy texture and mild, nutty flavor, these pale yellow beans can be used in a variety of dishes. Read on to discover the many ways to cook with mayocoba … Read more
As a home cook and green bean enthusiast, I often find myself wondering just how many ounces of fresh green beans fit into a standard cup measure. When cooking for my family or preparing green bean dishes for potlucks and parties, it’s crucial that I understand proper bean cup measurements so I can plan and … Read more