Cranberry Beans

From the Field to Your Plate

Cranberry beans offer a unique culinary experience:

• Flavor Profile: These beans have a satisfyingly nutty flavor with a hint of sweetness, making them a delicious and versatile ingredient.
• Creamy Texture: Cranberry beans cook up with a luxuriously soft and creamy texture that’s perfect for both whole-bean dishes and smooth, flavorful mashes.
• Star of Italian Cuisine: Cranberry beans are a staple in Italian cooking, adding heartiness and flavor to rustic soups, stews, and classic pasta e fagioli.
• Beyond Italy: Expand your culinary horizons by incorporating cranberry beans into hearty chilis, flavorful bean salads, and even creative dips.

Nutritional Benefits

Like many beans, cranberry beans are a nutritional powerhouse. They provide a good source of protein, fiber, iron, and other essential nutrients.

Cooking with Cranberry Beans

• Dried or Fresh: While most commonly found dried, cranberry beans have a short season during late summer when you might find them fresh at a farmer’s market.
• Soak and Cook: Dried cranberry beans require soaking and cooking but reward you with a superior flavor and texture compared to canned varieties.
• Flavor Enhancers: Cranberry beans readily absorb flavors, so don’t be shy about adding onions, garlic, herbs, and spices during the cooking process.

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