These beans are a farmer’s market gem. I, of course, was drawn to the pink speckles, but discovered that they are absolutely delicious. They have a rich taste similar to lima beans, but without the grainy texture that bothers some people. I’m sure you could jazz these up with some spices, but there’s really no need. They are full of flavor all on their own. After cooking they take on a slightly unappealing grey color, but don’t be deterred. If you can find any of these, pick out the bright pink ones, rather than pods that are mostly green. Since they are fresh, not dried, you don’t need to soak them or cook them very long.
Instructions:
Shell beans, rinse and simmer over med/low heat for 30 minutes. Add salt and enjoy!
Jeez Jo way to torture me with a bean I have never seen before! What am I supposed to do now? Hmm? lol 😉 I wonder if I have seen these dried somewhere and just don’t realize it? I’d love to try these!
Sorry to torment you Nikki! I had never seen these before a couple of weeks ago either. I don’t know if they’re just an East Coast thing, but damn they are good. In fact, I had never had fresh beans of any variety, only dried. I wish I could find more! I guess I have to get a house so I can grow some beans myself.
Those sure look interesting! I’ve never seen a bird’s egg bean, let alone heard of one! I know they don’t carry them at our local natural foods store here in Cali… guess I’ll have to take a trip to the East to pick up a bag… or I’ll special order through you! 😀
Seriously May!! I say we all put in an order with Jo 😉 Oh man, I’m gonna have to pay closer attention this week at the FM to see if I spot some fresh beans instead of going straight for the tomatoes, potatoes, and red bell pepper. Good thing Jo’s more adventurous than I, so we can discover some great FM finds!! Thanks JoJo!
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My family have grown this bean from seed for at least 150 yrs. I planted my last seed and it was growing great…until my header broke down my gate and got in my garden. She tore the garden up and my beans.
I’m heart sick because I don’t know where to get these. These were pole beans with long runners.
Please tell me where to get them. Lynn
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