The story of Great Northern beans stretches back thousands of years and begins in the Americas. Native Americans from both North and South America were some of the first people to realize how healthy and delicious these beans could be. They understood the abundance of nutrients these beans provided and incorporated them into their diets … Read more
Canned green beans provide a quick and easy side dish that can be ready in minutes. But do you really need to cook canned green beans before eating them? The short answer is no. While canned beans can benefit from some quick cooking, they are fully cooked during the canning process and safe to eat … Read more
Green Beans: typically inexpensive, simple, and enjoyable. DEEP-FRIED green beans? Now that’s a dish that’ll impress everyone at the cookout. Is there ever a voice in the back of your mind that says, “This would be better deep-fried?” Oh, come on, that can’t just be me. I really believe this, and I don’t think any … Read more
Goya beans are a pantry staple loved for their versatility But cooking dried Goya beans can seem daunting if you’ve never done it before With a little know-how though, you’ll be whipping up tender, flavorful beans in no time. In this comprehensive guide we’ll walk through everything you need to know about cooking dried Goya … Read more
A traditional mix of spices, lots of tomatoes, and a lot of ground beef give this thick and hearty No Bean Chili recipe a lot of flavor. You’ll love the sizzling Southwest flavor of this meaty Texas chili recipe!. I love beans just as much as the next person, and I love them in chili. … Read more
I have a confession. My day doesn’t begin until I’ve had my first cup of coffee. Till that happens, I’m a zombie looking to down that first cup. The caffeine gets me going with my day. It’s not just the caffeine, though. It’s a habit, a ritual I go through every morning that gives my … Read more
Fava beans, known in much of the world as “broad beans,” are one of the oldest domesticated crops. Like ramps, sorrel, and morels, they are a spring vegetable that only lasts a short time at the market before going away. Some cooks say that peeling them is so boring and time-consuming because they have two … Read more
There have been many debates about how to cook dried beans, but this one may be the longest-lasting. The disagreement centers on whether or not beans should be soaked before cooking. Take this tasty Instant Pot recipe for vegan red beans and rice. The directions make it clear that the dried beans need to be … Read more
Frozen beans are a staple in many households for their convenience and long shelf life. But like any frozen food, they don’t last forever. So do frozen beans go bad? And if so, how can you tell and how long do they last? This comprehensive guide will give you all the details on the shelf … Read more
The first year we lived on the homestead, before we planted all of our gardens, we got most of our fresh food at the farmers market. One sunny late summer morning, I saw a bunch of shiny, purple-green beans that were so long I couldn’t believe it at a vendor’s stand. Generous handfuls of beans … Read more