I grow my own every year. Shell them and put them in freezer bags, then cook them whenever you want a pot of beans. I also like to add a couple of handfuls to my green beans. Gives then a much better flavor. My favorite beans!

I have only found them dried. Amazon, Walmart, AJs, Trader Joe’s. Bob’s Red Mill is generally cleaner and not as old as the Walmart brand.

They have a nutty flavor and are creamier than pinto beans.

It depends on what I am serving them with. Fennel, garlic, red pepper flakes and basil if my main dish is pork. Sage, rosemary and thyme if roasted chicken. They are also very good in risotto with Italuan sausage for a main dish.

I usually just keep it simple. Salt, pepper, a little garlic powder. Enjoy! w-

Sort out any sticks and rocks from the bag of beans. Then rinse the beans in cool water to wash off any dirt. w-

Thanks. I didn’t know that. w-