Beans are truly a superfood. They contain a bundle of nutrients that play a role in helping your body stay healthy. Each bean contains a powerful combination of protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Beans are often joked about as the magical fruit, but it is no joke, the power of beans is almost magical.
Otherwise known as Black Turtle Beans and frijoles negros, Black Beans are small and round in size.
This light, cream colored, oblong bean has a defined black round “eye” on the curved inner side.
These starchy, hearty legumes are best known in split pea and ham soup.
Light Red Kidney Beans are great in dishes such as stews, salads and soups.
Pink Beans are a favorite in Puerto Rican cuisine and are quite popular in the Western US.
Most commonly used for refried beans and are also great in chilis, burritos and a variety of other dishes.
This hearty grain is rather versatile, appearing in cereal, soups and alcohol.
Commonly used in soups, stews, casseroles and to make dips and spreads.
A unique blend that offers a variety of health benefits, flavors and textures.
Decorticated Red Lentils have been cultivated for close to 10,000 years in the Near East
Great Northern Beans have a slight nutty taste that readily absorbs flavors of other foods.
Large Lima Beans are a great match for bacon, corn, and onions, and are popular in casseroles
Small White Beans are most often served as a complement to pork dishes
Long Grain Rice was first domesticated in the region of the Yangtze River Valley in China