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A bean is the seed of plants in many genera of the legume family (Fabaceae) used as a vegetable for human consumption or animal feed. The seeds are sold fresh or preserved through drying …

Jul 27, 2024 · Pinto beans are a variety of common bean, and probably the most popular bean in Mexico and the US Southwest. They are often eaten whole, but also mashed to make refried …

Oct 14, 2025 · Bean, seed or seedpod of certain leguminous plants of the family Fabaceae. Edible beans are rich in protein and are used worldwide for cooking in either fresh or dried form.

Dec 3, 2025 · These bean dishes—comforting Neapolitan soup, hearty New Orleans-style red beans and rice, and rustic Italian bean and pasta soup—are the ones our readers love most.

Mar 31, 2025 · Eating chilled bean salads: Beans are tasty and filling as the main ingredient in a salad or as a garnish to other salads. Mixing beans and grains: Adding beans to grains can …

Jun 30, 2023 · A 2017 study of 38 children with blood cholesterol outside of typical ranges found that those who ate a muffin or smoothie containing 17.5 grams of navy bean powder every day …