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Packsize | 11 LB |
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Popular in the Mediterranean region of Europe, Lupini Beans are often found at Italian fairs and as an appetizer at Spanish beer halls. In the past Lupins were rarely used as a grain food due the the bitter taste from the high alkaloid content of the bean. In the the last 30 years a strain with reduced alkaloid content has been developed, called ‘sweet’ Lupins. This ‘sweet’ strain still requires soaking and extended cooking to remove the alkaloids. All this effort is worth it. The Lupins family of the grain legumes are one of the highest in protein content, second only to soy beans. Cover 1 cup beans in salted water and soak overnight. Bring 2 quarts fresh water to boil. Add rinsed beans and simmer for about 3 hours, until skins are smooth. Beans should be tender, yet still firm. Soak beans in salted water until bitterness goes away, changing water once daily. One cup dry yields 3 cups cooked.
Packsize | 11 LB |
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Lupini Beans have a sweet flavor and firm texture. This is a very versatile bean and high in proteins. Eat Lupini Beans by themselves, cooked, chilled and lightly salted, as a snack. Use them in cold or hot salads. They are especially delicious tossed with endive and a fresh herb vinaigrette.
Also called Mexican red beans; hold both shape and firmness when cooked; most often used in soups, salads, chili, Creole dishes
Garbanzo Beans (Cicer arietinum) are small, hard, knobby, beige beans about 3/8 inch round. The nutty flavor and firm texture of the Garbanzo Bean makes it very versatile. Also known as chick peas, Ceci, cici, cheechee, Pois Chiche, Gran, Kabuli, Channa, or Safaid Beans. Garbanzo are found often in Indian and Mediterranean dishes. They are high in fat content and are a good source of calcium, the B Vitamins, protein and iron. Ground Garbanzo Beans are used to make fritters, dumplings and spicy breads. Ground Garbanzo Beans are also referred to as Cici Flour or Chick Pea Flour. Garbanzos are believed to have come from Mesopotamia and were first cultivated about 5000 BCE.
Rice Beans are related to the Kidney Bean. They have a mild flavor and firm texture. Their uniform ivory white color and unique shape make it hard to believe they’re really beans. Cook in just 20 to 25 mintues, no soaking required.
Shell-less, peeled, blanched and quick freeze, fava beans are a popular ingredient in Mediterranean cuisine for salad, tartars, hummus and vegetarian dish.
This climbing plant – one of Britain’s favorite green beans – was brought to the British Isles in the 17th century for decorative use because of its beautiful flowers. The Scarlet Runner Bean has a long, green bean-type pod that holds red-streaked beige, medium-size seeds. Young runners may be prepared in any way suitable for green beans. In the U.S. markets consumers are more likely to find the shelled dried beans, which can be cooked like Pinto or Pink beans and used in dishes such as soups and stews. Scarlet Runner Beans are purple with black streak-like patches. The bean is about 3/4 in length.
Suggested Use:
The Scarlet Runners mild flavor makes this bean very versatile. Use in chili, stews and soups. Season freely with dried chile peppers.
Basic Prep:
Soak overnight in plenty of water. Drain, rinse and place in a large pot that has a lid. Add enough water to cover beans by 1 inch. Bring to a boil for 3 minutes, reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 45-50 minutes until tender. One cup dry yields 3 cups cooked.