Shell beans are nature’s nutritional powerhouses tucked inside protective pods. Fresh from the garden or dried for long-term use, these versatile legumes add hearty flavor and protein to countless ...

There's nothing difficult about bean cookery since it is only a question of time. Before cooking, all dried beans need to be rehydrated by soaking. The 10- to 12-hour overnight soak is the easy and ...

There’s nothing quite like going to the farmers market in the spring. The deep-green kales and purple beets take a back seat to bushels overflowing with verdant green vegetables; fresh herbs stacked ...

During a narrow window in late summer and early fall, those of us who shop at farmers markets enjoy a special seasonal treat, fresh shell beans. These are the beans that, left on the bush a week or ...

Paired with an assertive vinaigrette and a very peppery lamb, they’re, quite simply, sensational. By David Tanis Summer cooking is all about fresh vegetables. It’s the season for salads, leafy and ...

Beans are an incredibly easy ingredient to cook, and the perfect base or accompaniment for many dishes like soup, chili, tacos, rice, salad, dips and more. They’re nutritious, chock-full of protein ...

Most people don't know how to cook dried beans. Their knowledge of legumes doesn't extend past that old playground rhyme. How’d it go? Bean, beans, they’re good for your heart. The more you eat, the ...

Question: In our family garden we have grown many types of beans. For the first time this year we’re growing beans that can be dried for long-term storage. We would appreciate any information you can ...