Heirloom Beans

"Everything you need to know about the delicious new world of beans in this pioneering [recipe] book . . .A keeper." —Paula Wolfert, James Beard and Julia Child Award–winning cookbook author

Who would have thought a simple bean could do so much? Heirloom bean expert Steve Sando provides descriptions of the many varieties now available, from Scarlet Runners to the spotted Eye of the Tiger beans. Nearly ninety recipes in the book will entice readers to cook up bowls of heartwarming Risotto and Cranberry Beans with Pancetta, or Caribbean Black Bean Soup. Close-up photos of the beans make them easy to identify. Packed with protein, fiber, and vitamins, these little treasures are the perfect addition to any meal.

"Heirloom Beans is no less than a promise of good things to come from this humble but rather magical food." —Deborah Madison, James Beard and Julia Child Award–winning cookbook author of Vegetarian Cooking for Everyone

"Heirloom Beans is the ultimate kiss and tell all of legendary legumes. A delicious recipe and savory story for every heirloom bean." —Annie Somerville, cookbook author and chef, Greens Restaurant

"We give Rancho Gordo beans a place of honor at our restaurants." —Thomas Keller, James Beard award-winning chef, cookbook author and restaurateur, French Laundry

© 2008 Chronicle Books LLC (E-Kitap): 9780811872683

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E-Kitap: 17 Eylül 2008