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 ...

Bringing dried beans to a boil before letting them stand in the hot water for just an hour means you can skip the lengthy overnight soak usually required.

This budget-friendly, easy-to-prepare bean salad is filling and full of protein and fiber, so you can make a satisfying lunch ...

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 ...

Why do people soak beans before cooking them? Does it give any benefits? What about soaking lentils and dried peas? The short answer is that soaking beans, though not needed, has many advantages — ...

Beans are one of those pantry staples that make everyday meals easier. They are affordable filling and work well in all kinds ...

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 ...

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 ...