Shell beans are nature’s nutritional powerhouses tucked inside protective pods. Fresh from the garden or dried for long-term use, these versatile legumes add hearty flavor and protein to countless ...

These days, the food at my farmers market looks more Mediterranean than ever, with the last of the season’s peppers, squash, tomatoes and several varieties of shell beans on display. The most common ...

Shell bean chili, made with fresh shelled beans in summer, takes much less time than winter chili made with dried beans. Chili made from dried beans is great for winter, when simmering it for a few ...

In a saucepan, cook the cranberry beans in boiling salted water over high heat for about 20 minutes, until just tender. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the beans to a large bowl of ice water to stop ...

You might have noticed that some of the longstanding disputes in cooking are dualities, one side pitched as a better choice against one other: unsalted or salted butter, for example, or seasoned cast ...