Beans

This bean is a traditional white Italian bean. It is an haricot bean that was originally cultivated in Argentina but became an Italian stalwart, widely used in their cuisine around the world. This variety has a very smooth texture with an elusive nutty flavor. Basic Bean Cooking Instructions Pick over beans and rinse thoroughly in […]

These beans are related to the Tongues of Fire Beans. Very popular for Spanish, Italian and Portuguese dishes. They are ivory in color with red markings, sometimes red with ivory markings.

Chick Peas are crinkly round and buff colored. They are excellent on salads, in soups, made into dips and spreads and in casseroles. They are also the main ingredient in Hummus. Nutrition Facts Serving Size: 1/4 cup dry (45 g) (approx. 1/2 cup cooked) Nutrient Amount %DV Calories 110 Calories from Fat 20 Total Fat

This is a small black, kidney-shaped bean with a particularly rich and full flavor. It’s a favorite in southern Mexico, South America and the Caribbean’s. Great with rice and meat, particularly good in soups and casseroles. Also known as Turtle Soup Beans, Mexican Blacks and Frijoles Negros. Nutrition Facts Serving Size: 1/2 cup dry (38

Small, creamy-white with a black mark at the sprouting point. They have a pleasant savory flavor. They are thinner skinned than most beans, so they cook faster, without the need to presoak. Nutrition Facts Serving Size: 1/4 cup dry (37 g) (approx. 1/2 cup cooked) Nutrient Amount %DV Calories 90 Calories from Fat 0 Total

This ancient heirloom bean has dramatic red and white markings. It has a soft creamy texture and is considered an unusually tasty baking bean. Great with ham or Mexican dishes. Basic Bean Cooking Instructions Pick over beans and rinse thoroughly in cold water. Place cleaned beans in a bowl of fresh cold water, cover and

Organic Azuki Beans are small burgundy-colored beans with a distinct white stripe, originating from Japan. While commonly used in sweet dessert recipes, they are also highly regarded in health food circles for their ease of digestion compared to other beans. With a light and nutty flavor, Azuki beans are less “beany” tasting, making them a

The Pigeon Pea (Cajanus Indicus) originated in the Indian subcontinent. Pigeon Peas are actually a bean. However, they are called peas due to their small size and shape. These beans are about 1/4 round, beige color with light brown speckles. The Pigeon Pea has a pungent flavor and mealy texture. Some color fades after beans