When it comes to growing green beans, gardeners have two main options – bush beans or pole beans. But what about popular varieties like Big Kahuna? Are Big Kahuna beans bush or pole? Let’s take a closer look at these prolific plants. Big Kahuna beans are an eye-catching green bean variety known for their large … Read more
Should You Soak Frozen Butter Beans Before Cooking? Butter beans, also known as lima beans, are a delicious and versatile legume that can be used in many recipes. When purchased frozen, butter beans provide a quick and convenient way to enjoy their nutty, buttery flavor without the hassle of drying and soaking dried beans. But … Read more
If you’ve browsed the dried bean section of your grocery store, you’ve likely seen bags of multi-colored speckled beans labeled as “cranberry” beans. But what exactly are cranberry beans? And what sets them apart from other bean varieties? Cranberry beans go by many names but their speckled color and creamy nutty taste make them stand … Read more
Giving your flock kitchen scraps and leftovers is a great way to change up their diet, especially when the grasses and bugs they usually eat have died off because of winter. What can chickens eat? What treats are toxic or poisonous to your birds? Can chickens eat that? Read on for the complete list of … Read more
Canned green beans provide a quick and easy way to enjoy this healthy vegetable anytime With just a few minutes in the microwave, you can heat up canned green beans into a nutritious side dish. The microwave helps retain nutrients and crunchiness better than some conventional cooking methods Follow these simple steps for microwaving canned … Read more
Have you thought about growing your own green beans but are worried that you won’t have enough room in your garden? If you have trouble moving around or don’t have time to prepare a bed for planting vegetables, you can grow tasty green beans in containers! Container gardening is affordable and practical, and it requires … Read more
Prediabetes affects over 88 million Americans putting them at increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Making smart dietary choices is critical for prediabetes management and prevention. Green beans in particular have emerged as one diabetes-friendly food. But are green beans good for prediabetes specifically? Let’s take a closer look at the benefits of green … Read more
As nitrogen-fixing plants, beans take nitrogen from the air and add it to the soil through nodules that are attached to their roots. Growing beans can be a great way to improve your soil and benefit the plants growing nearby. With the right companion plants for beans, you can have a more bountiful harvest!. Partner … Read more
Histamine intolerance is a condition where the body cannot properly break down histamine. This causes histamine levels to build up triggering allergy-like symptoms. Following a low-histamine diet is key to managing symptoms. So an important question is – are green beans high in histamine? Let’s explore the histamine content of green beans and their role … Read more
You can add these quick pickled beans to Bloody Marys or Caesars, as a side dish at your next barbecue, as part of a grazing board, or just as a snack. This is a great recipe if youve never made refrigerator pickles before. No canning needed. These dilly pickled green beans are crisp and tangy … Read more