Beans are a hugely important part of our culinary world, serving as a staple ingredient for a wealth of cuisines. However, buying a bag of dried beans can be intimidating and lead to a tedious task in ...

Strainer or sieve: Use a fine-mesh sieve or a basic kitchen strainer (the liner of a salad spinner also works) to rinse and sort the dried beans. You’ll use this same tool again when it’s time to ...

Sure there are some benefits to soaking your dry beans—but it’s also a real hassle. We asked experts to weigh in on how much it really matters. Do you really need to soak dry beans before you cook ...

If you've been curious about the differences between canned beans and dried beans, you've come to the right place. There are advantages and disadvantages of both types of beans, so we're not able to ...

Okay, I have like 5 lbs of old dry beans and I'd like to know the best way to cook them up, with premiums being placed on being tasty, and easy. Yeah, they're going to start out rock-hard. Yeah, I ...

Conundrums and complaints aren’t new to the U.S. Senate. Imagine the scene on a sweltering summer day in 1907. “Thunderation!” decried Joseph G. Cannon, the Speaker of the House, his outburst sparked ...

Pinto beans and cornbread are always on the menu at Zarzour's Cafe on Rossville Avenue. Owner Shannon Fuller says they make four pounds of pintos every day. Beans have been a staple at Zarzour's Cafe ...

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 ...