I find beans entrancing. Their splendid colours, shapes and shiny skins are jewel-like, beautiful and tactile. There are some recipes in which only dried beans, soaked overnight and cooked from ...

Cook dried beans to perfection with these tips from a legend. Fotografia Basica / Getty Images There's nothing difficult about bean cookery since it is only a question of time. Before cooking, all ...

Learn practical tips for selecting, preparing, and cooking fine beans (French beans) to bring out their best flavor and ...

Navy beans are the star of this hearty and comforting Slow Cooker Navy Bean Soup, perfect for an easy, satisfying meal. This classic Navy Bean and Ham Soup simmers low and slow, allowing the tender ...

From soup to burgers, the chef shares his favorite bean recipes. With the USDA’s emphasis a few years back on eating a more plant-based diet, Americans have begun to “rediscover” beans. Most people ...

Rinsing canned beans has two main benefits: reducing sodium and improving flavor. Many canned beans are preserved in a salty brine, which can significantly increase sodium levels. Depending on the ...

Thoroughly wash dry beans in cool water; remove damaged beans and foreign material. Traditional soaking method: To one pound of dry beans add 6 cups cold water in a pot large enough to allow beans to ...

Picture this: you've just finished making a recipe, and you've made more than you could hope to eat in a week. Or, you're opening your fridge to find that most of your food has spoiled before you can ...