Pick and wash: Spread the beans on a tray to remove dirt or tiny stones. Rinse thoroughly in cold water. First boil: Put the beans in a pot, cover with enough water, and boil for 10-15 minutes.

The time it takes to cook beans will depend on the type of bean. When preparing dried beans: Wash them before cooking and remove any that are shriveled or discolored. Soak beans overnight to ...

As a produce-obsessed home cook, I’m on a perpetual mission to find ways to prepare veggies in ways that he actually likes. Green beans are a potential red flag for him. If they’re simply ...

This simple and speedy approach to runner beans preserves their bright freshness and lends a welcome lift from sharp lemon. Heat the oil in a large, deep frying pan over a medium-high heat ...

Add the garlic, paprika, mint (if using) and ½ teaspoon pepper; cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in the beans and reserved liquid, árbol chilies and 1½ cups water.