The Risk of Botulism from Pickled Green Beans Pickled green beans are a tasty low-calorie snack or addition to meals But home canning and pickling does carry a small risk of botulism poisoning if not done properly Botulism is caused by a toxin produced by the Clostridium botulinum bacteria. Consuming foods containing this toxin can … Read more
We purchase specialty coffee beans with the best intention to brew them right away. Then, life happens… You make coffee at work or go to a nearby coffee shop with a friend every day for a pick-me-up. Before you know it, you’ve forgotten when you purchased the beans and are stuck with old coffee beans. … Read more
Walk down the bean aisle of any grocery store and you’ll likely spot the familiar pebbled pink speckles of pinto beans peeking out of sacks and cans. Along with black and kidney beans pintos reign as one of the most popular varieties in the Americas. But besides making a mean pot of chili, what exactly … Read more
Find out what you can use instead of beans in chili if you can’t eat them, don’t like the way they taste, or don’t have any on hand. There is no recipe more comforting than chili, am I right? And here is a fun fact. My famous traditional chili recipe was the first one to … Read more
This fake Chipotle recipe is great as a side dish, and it’s also a key part of a few other recipes on Restless Chipotle, like this delicious Cowboy Cornbread Casserole. Texas food lovers love Ranch-style beans because they have a unique flavor, but they’re getting harder and harder to find in stores. This recipe tastes … Read more
Are we tired of beans yet? I didn’t think so. The bean renaissance is one thing I’m glad is part of all this cooking at home during the pandemic. Just look at the release of Joe Yonan’s great Cool Beans cookbook and Rancho Gordo’s continued dominance of the high-end bean market, which is made even … Read more
Need a quick and easy baked bean recipe that the whole family will love? This old-fashioned pork and beans recipe is easy to make and takes canned pork and beans to the next level. Baked beans are a classic comfort food that are often served at summer barbecues and potlucks. Their rich, sweet and tangy … Read more
Fava beans are my labor’s love. I am inordinately fond of the chubby legumes, which signal to me that high spring has arrived. They’re my link between spring peas and string and shell beans that mark the start of summer. Here’s how to cook fava beans. Fava beans are easy to grow, but do require … Read more
Ancient philosophers undoubtedly had pressing questions. We can all agree, though, that “how to cook beans” is a very important question right now. Because beans are good for your health and the environment in so many ways, and being able to cook your own beans opens up a world of possibilities! Also, note that I’m … Read more
If youre a fan of Mexican food, youve probably eaten refried beans quite a few times. This food is a common accompaniment to burritos, tacos, and other tasty Tex-Mex or Mexican dishes. In addition to being filling and tasty, beans are full of nutrients that are good for your health. The pinto bean is where … Read more