Cooking a green bean casserole may seem straightforward, but common pitfalls do exist. Here are some expert tips to keep in ...

Place the beans in a large pot, and cover with water. Bring to a boil and cook, uncovered, for just a minute or two. You aren ...

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

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Beans are delicious and healthy, but cooking them can be a headache! If you’ve ever tried to cook beans, you know how frustrating it is to wait forever for them to soften. You soak them, boil them, ...

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 ...