There are few things as comforting (and economical) as a big pot of beans. The entire process of slowly simmering legumes on the stovetop, from adding your seasonings to enjoying them warm from the ...

Soaking dried beans isn’t always necessary, since it saves little cooking time and can even diminish flavor in some varieties like black beans. Instead of soaking, a quick five- to 10-minute boil ...

Bean lovers, rejoice! Once limited to soups, crockpot sides, and picnic salads, beans are now the shining star of everything from one-pan dinners to creamy dips. But while they are incredibly varied ...

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Generously grease a baking dish with oil.

Beans are delicious and healthy, but cooking them can be a headache! If you’ve ever tried to cook beans, you know how frustrating it is to wait forever for them to soften. You soak them, boil them, ...

Cooking your own beans can be more affordable, especially when buying dried beans in bulk. Photo / Getty Images Want to explore an alternative to canned beans? Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to ...

Cookbook author Joe Yonan busts a common myth — and shares how to cook an excellent pot of beans any day of the week. Soaking dried beans isn’t always necessary, since it saves little cooking time and ...