Beans, Cranberry (Q)

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Cranberry beans, often called shell beans in New England, begin to appear in late summer as the harvest of string beans slows. Among the prettiest fall crops, their pale red streaked pods yield white beans blotched with the same red color.

For basic preparation, cover beans with water in a 3 - 4 quart pan, bring to a boil and simmer for 15 - 20 minutes. Fresh beans cook much faster than dried beans and are done when thy no longer taste mealy. When done, drain and season with salt and freshly ground pepper. They can be served hot with butter or olive oil, but are particularly good served at room temperature with olive oil, lemon juice and chopped fresh parsley. This is similar to the way beans are served in Italy as part of an antipasto tray and makes a great addition to a mix of cheeses, olives and sausages for an appealing appetizer.

SKU	FW0443
Weight	1.6875 lb
Size	Quart ($6.27)  Half Gallon ($11.54)
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Price $6.27