Chinese long beans, also known as yardlong beans, are a delicious vegetable that adds flavor and crunch to many Asian dishes. Their crunchy texture and sweet snap bean flavor make them a popular choice. But like any vegetable, proper storage is crucial to maximize freshness and shelf life. This guide will cover optimal storage times … Read more
For me, one of the most important parts of cooking real food is having ready-made “building blocks” of real food in the pantry. I always have a supply of homemade broth/stock, home-canned tomato sauce, applesauce, pickles, and multiple other items. It’s simple to make a real-food meal without having to spend six hours a day … Read more
Also receive the Almanac Daily newsletter including gardening tips, weather, astronomical events, and more. No content available. Subhead Green beans are a popular veggie for home gardens in Michigan. With their sweet flavor and crisp texture fresh green beans are a classic summer treat. However, proper timing is crucial when planting green beans in Michigan’s … Read more
Bush beans are one of Rooted Garden’s favorite vegetables to grow. There are many ways to use them, and they do well in both full sun and partial sun gardens. You can grow pole beans along a trellis, but you can plant bush beans just about anywhere in the kitchen garden. Green beans are a … Read more
Medically reviewed and cowritten by Jamie Johnson, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), and Lauren Braaten, Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT). If you want to make your baby’s first puree, try this Green Bean Baby Food recipe! Steamed until just soft, this smooth, healthy puree has a mild taste that will help your baby’s developing taste buds. It’s … Read more
As a bonus, green beans are full of vitamins and minerals that are good for your child’s gut health. Green beans are a delicious and nutritious vegetable that are a staple in many people’s diets. However, for those following a low FODMAP diet to manage IBS symptoms, the FODMAP content of foods is an important … Read more
With bacon, molasses, brown sugar, and white beans, Boston Baked Beans are hearty and rich. They cook slowly in the oven. Make these baked beans for your next potluck or BBQ, they are the perfect all-season comfort food. A few things make me look forward to summer picnics: corn on the cob, watermelon, baked beans, … Read more
It never fails that when you cook for a group, you either have way too much or not enough of a dish. This year I was swimming in leftover green beans. If you want to serve something light at Thanksgiving, I like steamed green beans with toasted almonds and a little butter. I guess my … Read more
You can plant, grow, and harvest snap beans and other beans in containers. Growing beans in containers are ideal for balconies, decks, patios, rooftops, and other urban gardens. Beans can also be grown indoors under lights. In an apartment garden, many people like to grow bush beans because they can fit three to six plants … Read more
Growing your own lima beans is an easy and fun science experiment that kids of all ages will enjoy. With just a few simple materials, you can watch the entire bean growing process from seed to sprout right before your eyes. This activity is perfect for springtime as an engaging way to teach children about … Read more