Look for beans that are completely green (without any yellow or brown parts), free of blemishes and firm (not limp, shriveled or lumpy). Fresh green beans are best eaten within three to five days ...
Bean lovers, rejoice! Once limited to soups, crockpot sides, and picnic salads, beans are now the shining star of everything from one-pan dinners to creamy dips. But while they are incredibly ...
Select fresh beans with bright green pods that are firm and plump. Dried beans need soaking for several hours before cooking, preferably overnight. Allow about 55g/2oz dried weight of pulses per ...
To enhance this salad with fresh ingredients, I’ve introduced blanched green beans and chopped celery for some welcome crunch. If you haven’t used blanching as a technique before, it’s a ...