Large dried lima beans are a good base for this simple dish. When cooked, the beans have a rich, almost meaty taste to them and enough heft to make this a main-course salad. Be sure to reserve some of ...

National Bean Day is today (Jan. 6). The Golden State leads the nation in many things, but did you know that California farmers supply virtually all of our country's dry lima beans? California farmers ...

There are two basic types of lima beans, described by the plants they grow on. Bush Type: These lima beans grow on lower-growing bushes. The beans are typically smaller and mature faster. Pole Type: ...

Q. I’ve always added dried baby lima beans when I roast brisket. But lately, they won’t soften, no matter how long I cook them. Soaking them first doesn’t help. The only change is that I’ve been using ...

If you've been curious about the differences between canned beans and dried beans, you've come to the right place. There are advantages and disadvantages of both types of beans, so we're not able to ...

Productive and resilientResearchers across California are developing new varieties of dry beans and testing them in a hunt ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Perhaps you grew up hating lima beans. The green, flat, often overcooked vegetable side dish was roundly ...

We all have those foods we turn to, without elaborate planning or complex execution, when we want to feel taken care of. We don’t worry that they won’t turn out, because they always do. Time and time ...

Onions and garlic, oregano and thyme, tomato paste and diced tomatoes all contribute to these savory meat-free dish of baked lima beans. “Dear Lord, if you spare this town from becoming a smoking hole ...