You might live in a waste-free paradise where you can buy cheap, no-package frozen green beans in bulk at the store. We buy frozen green beans in single-use plastic bags or cook fresh beans, blanch them, and freeze them ourselves. Fresh green beans from the farmers’ market. When you blanch green beans, which means quickly … Read more
Southern baked beans! My FAVORITE summer side!! Made with ground beef. Super easy. So delicious. Always the first dish gone at a potluck. This is my mom’s recipe for baked beans. And no baked beans even come close to these. No restaurant’s or person’s even compare to these. It starts with a couple cans of … Read more
Here are my top 30 ideas for What To Serve With Chili! Plus, I’ve added 20 more ideas for chili toppings! Chili is without a doubt the most hearty and comforting meal there is. It’s a favorite dish for parties, game days, or cozy nights in, especially during football season, because it’s rich, spicy, and … Read more
Green beans are a classic crop that every gardener should try their hand at growing. With proper timing, you can enjoy a bountiful harvest of crisp, juicy green beans all season long. But knowing exactly when to plant is crucial, especially in zone 7 where the growing season is short. Follow this complete guide to … Read more
As Ive gotten older, Ive come to really love a good batch of baked beans. Because they are soft and taste good, they are a great choice for an American barbecue and a traditional comfort food in many other countries. You can make them on the stove, in the Instant Pot, or in the slow … Read more
As a prolific producer of tender, tasty pods, Blue Lake bush beans are a favorite for home gardens. But knowing precisely when to pick those pods at their peak takes some finesse. Use this guide to identify the signs of harvest-ready Blue Lake beans and get the best yields from your plants. Blue Lake Bush … Read more
Putting a fork in beans while they are cooking may seem like a strange technique, but there are some good reasons why many cooks swear by this practice. If you’ve ever wondered why recipes and old kitchen wisdom advise putting a fork in beans, read on to learn the logic behind it. The Problems with … Read more
Butter beans, also known as lima beans, are a highly nutritious legume packed with fiber, protein, vitamins and minerals. Their creamy, buttery texture makes them a tasty addition to many dishes. While fresh lima beans are delicious, canned butter beans offer convenience as a ready-to-use pantry staple. But are canned butter beans as healthy as … Read more
There’s no wrong way to make beans and cornbread. They are hearty, comforting, and scream “down-home cooking.” These two traditional foods are full of flavor and have a lot of history behind them. Together, they make a satisfying meal. But with a few well-selected side dishes, you can turn these simple ingredients into a full … Read more
Last week, I told Jack, “I’ll never buy pinto beans in a can again!” as I ate spoonful after spoonful of them straight from the pot on the stove. Maybe I was exaggerating—after all, canned beans are very handy—but I won’t reach for them as often as I used to. There’s one thing I’ve learned … Read more