{"title":"Beans - Fresh in Pod","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 100%; padding: 0; margin: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"margin: 0 0 14px 0; font-size: 44px; line-height: 1.08; font-weight: bold; letter-spacing: -0.01em;\"\u003eBeans\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin: 0 0 18px 0; font-size: 26px; line-height: 1.2; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSeasonal produce that will return with the harvest.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 22px 0; font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThese products are currently outside their natural growing season—they have not been discontinued. When possible, we’ll provide an expected return timeframe. Select “Notify me” on a product page to be alerted when it becomes available again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 22px 0; font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eIn the meantime, explore what we are currently harvesting and shipping nationwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"fava-beans","title":"Organic Fava Bean Box- Fresh in Pod","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 850px; margin: 0 auto;\" class=\"page-width rte\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur fresh fall fava bean harvest is now available\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eAlthough fava beans are traditionally considered a spring crop, we plant a special late-season crop each year for an autumn harvest. This year’s fall planting was especially successful, giving us a beautiful crop of fresh, full-size shelling fava beans.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 850px; margin: 0 auto;\" class=\"page-width rte\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh fava beans are one of the signature specialty crops at Norwich Meadows Farm. Long cultivated throughout the Mediterranean, North Africa, and the Middle East, favas are prized for their rich flavor, creamy texture, and deep culinary history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFresh Shelling Fava Beans\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are full-size shelling fava beans, freshly harvested and sold in the pod. The beans should be removed from their pods before cooking. For an especially tender result, the thin outer skin surrounding each bean can also be peeled after blanching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Baby fava beans are not available with this harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Do Fresh Fava Beans Taste Like?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh fava beans have a distinctly green flavor with more richness and depth than English peas. Their flavor is often described as grassy, nutty, buttery, and slightly mineral. Once shelled and cooked, the beans become tender, creamy, and deeply savory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFavas pair especially well with olive oil, citrus, yogurt, mint, dill, pecorino, garlic, seafood, grilled meats, and seasonal alliums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Prepare Fresh Fava Beans\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the beans from their pods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlanch briefly in salted water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip off the pale outer skin for the most tender texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServe simply with olive oil, lemon, herbs, and pecorino\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWays to Use Fava Beans\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd to pasta, risotto, grain dishes, and salads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMake fava bean purees, spreads, and dips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePair with pecorino, mint, lemon, and olive oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd to braises, soups, and seasonal vegetable stews\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServe raw when very tender or lightly blanched\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur fresh fava beans have become a seasonal staple at the Union Square Greenmarket and are used by many of New York’s leading restaurants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Our Fava Beans Are Different\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are field-grown specialty fava beans selected for flavor, tenderness, and culinary performance rather than storage durability. They are hand harvested and shipped fresh for kitchens where texture, sweetness, and freshness matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFava beans have been foundational ingredients throughout Italy, Greece, North Africa, the Levant, and the broader Middle East for thousands of years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergen and dietary note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fava beans are legumes. Individuals with G6PD deficiency, also known as favism, should avoid consuming fava beans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe ship all produce via \u003cstrong\u003eovernight delivery nationwide\u003c\/strong\u003e. At checkout, please select your \u003cstrong\u003epreferred delivery date\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping schedule:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Order by Thursday at 12 PM ET → Ships Monday\u003cbr\u003e• Order by Sunday at 12 PM ET → Ships Wednesday\u003cbr\u003eIf a delivery date falls on a holiday, your box will arrive on the next available business day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Norwich Meadows Farm","offers":[{"title":"4lb","offer_id":52175280439597,"sku":"FRFBB2-8","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"9lb","offer_id":52175280472365,"sku":"FRFBB3-14","price":108.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/0592\/0813\/files\/Fall_Fava.jpg?v=1792254258"},{"product_id":"fresh-organic-borlotti-beans","title":"Borlotti (Cranberry) Beans - 3 or 5lb Box - Fresh In Pod","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.6; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 30px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0 0 20px;\"\u003eAbout Fresh Borlotti Beans\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.6; margin: 0 0 24px;\"\u003eFresh Borlotti Beans are Italian shelling beans recognized by their pink-and-cream speckled pods and beans. When cooked, they develop a creamy texture and fuller, nuttier flavor than many other fresh beans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.6; margin: 0 0 24px;\"\u003eUnlike dried Borlotti Beans, fresh beans require no soaking and generally cook in 20–30 minutes. Use them in pasta e fagioli, minestrone, soups, braises, salads, and simple bean dishes—or freeze them while they are in season for use throughout the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.6; margin: 0 0 24px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Borlotti Beans are shipped fresh in their pods. The selected box weight includes the pods, which are not eaten.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 30px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 32px 0 16px;\"\u003eWhat Do They Taste Like?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.6; margin: 0 0 24px;\"\u003eFresh Borlotti Beans have a creamy texture and an earthy, slightly nutty flavor. They pair well with tomatoes, garlic, onions, olive oil, rosemary, sage, leafy greens, pasta, and grains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.6; margin: 0 0 24px;\"\u003eThe beans lose much of their pink-and-cream pattern as they cook, but retain their creamy interior and full flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 30px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 32px 0 16px;\"\u003eHow to Use Them\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.6; margin: 0 0 24px; padding-left: 24px; list-style-type: disc;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003ePasta e fagioli\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eMinestrone and other soups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eItalian-style bean stews and braises\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eWarm or chilled bean salads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003ePasta and grain dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eSimply simmered and dressed with olive oil and herbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 30px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 32px 0 16px;\"\u003eHow to Prepare Them\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.6; margin: 0 0 24px;\"\u003eRemove the beans from their pods and rinse. Add them to gently simmering salted water or broth and cook until tender, generally 20–30 minutes depending on their size and maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.6; margin: 0 0 24px;\"\u003eFresh Borlotti Beans do not require soaking. The pods are not edible and should be discarded or composted after shelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 30px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 32px 0 16px;\"\u003eBuy Now and Freeze for Later\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.6; margin: 0 0 24px;\"\u003eFresh Borlotti Beans freeze well, making the larger box a useful way to stock your freezer while they are in season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.6; margin: 0 0 24px;\"\u003eShell the beans, blanch them briefly in boiling water, and transfer them immediately to ice water. Drain thoroughly, pack into freezer-safe containers or bags, and freeze.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.6; margin: 0 0 24px;\"\u003eFrozen Borlotti Beans can be cooked much like fresh beans and used throughout the year in pasta e fagioli, soups, stews, braises, and salads. There is no need to thaw them before cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 30px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 32px 0 16px;\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.6; margin: 0 0 24px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal Availability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAvailable only during the fresh shelling bean season and harvested to order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.6; margin: 0 0 24px;\"\u003eWe ship all produce nationwide by overnight delivery. At checkout, please select your preferred available delivery date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.6; margin: 0 0 24px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Schedule:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n• Order by Thursday at 12 PM Eastern → Ships Monday\u003cbr\u003e\n• Order by Sunday at 12 PM Eastern → Ships Wednesday\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.6; margin: 0 0 24px;\"\u003eOrders generally arrive the following day. If a shipping or delivery date falls on a holiday, your box will ship on the next available shipping day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.6; margin: 0 0 24px;\"\u003ePlease review our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/norwichmeadowsfarm.com\/policies\/shipping-policy\" title=\"Shipping and Returns Policy\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Returns Policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Norwich Meadows Farm","offers":[{"title":"3 lb Box — In the Pod","offer_id":52302995652909,"sku":"PPBOR-8","price":42.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 lb Box — In the Pod","offer_id":52302995685677,"sku":"PPBOR5-8","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/0592\/0813\/files\/IMG_3039.jpg?v=1791758843"},{"product_id":"fresh-flageolet-beans","title":"Flageolet Beans - 3lb or 5lb box - Fresh In Pod","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout Fresh Flageolet Beans\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA classic French shelling bean, prized for its delicate flavor and exceptionally creamy texture.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFresh Flageolet Beans are harvested young, while the beans are still tender and creamy inside their pods. Traditionally associated with French cooking, they are especially prized for their fine texture and subtle flavor. Unlike dried beans, fresh Flageolets require no soaking and cook quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Do They Taste Like?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFlageolet Beans are mild, buttery, and delicately nutty, with a smooth, creamy texture. They're excellent with lamb, poultry, seafood, or simply simmered with olive oil, garlic, shallots, and fresh herbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Prepare Them\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShell the beans from their pods, rinse, and simmer gently until tender. The pods are not eaten. Fresh Flageolet Beans require no soaking and cook much faster than dried beans.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Norwich Meadows Farm","offers":[{"title":"3lb Box -- In the Pod","offer_id":52305992319277,"sku":"PRFB03-8","price":42.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5lb Box -- In the Pod","offer_id":52305992352045,"sku":"PRFB5-8","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/0592\/0813\/files\/IMG_3041.jpg?v=1786192629"},{"product_id":"fresh-cannellini-beans","title":"Cannellini Beans - 3 or 5 lb box - Fresh In Pod","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout Fresh Cannellini Beans\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItaly’s classic white bean, prized for its delicate flavor and exceptionally creamy texture.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFresh Cannellini Beans are harvested while still young inside their pods. Unlike dried beans, they require no soaking and cook in just 20–30 minutes, becoming tender and buttery while holding their shape beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Do They Taste Like?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCannellini Beans are mild, creamy, and delicately nutty. They’re exceptional in soups, pasta, salads, and rustic Italian dishes—or simply simmered with olive oil, garlic, rosemary, and fresh herbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Prepare Them\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShell the beans from their pods, rinse, and simmer gently until tender. The pods are not eaten. Fresh Cannellini Beans require no soaking and cook much faster than dried beans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Norwich Meadows Farm","offers":[{"title":"3 lb Box -- In the Pod","offer_id":52306085806381,"sku":"PRCAN3-8","price":42.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 lb Box -- In the Pod","offer_id":52306085839149,"sku":"PRCAN5-8","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/0592\/0813\/files\/Screenshot2025-09-03at2.56.57PM.png?v=1785967659"},{"product_id":"fresh-organic-jacobs-cattle-shelling-beans","title":"Jacob's Cattle Beans - 3 or 5lb Box - Fresh In Pod","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page-width rte\" style=\"max-width: 850px; margin: 0 auto;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable in 3 lb and 5 lb Boxes\u003c\/strong\u003e · \u003cstrong\u003eHarvested to Order · Ships Nationwide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFresh Organic Jacob’s Cattle Beans\u003c\/strong\u003e are traditional shelling beans recognized by their beautiful white skins splashed with deep red or burgundy markings. Long associated with New England cooking, they have a rich, nutty flavor and a creamy texture while retaining their shape especially well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike dried Jacob’s Cattle Beans, fresh beans require no soaking and generally cook in 20–30 minutes. Use them for baked beans, soups, stews, braises, salads, and simple bean dishes—or freeze them while they are in season for use throughout the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThese are fresh shelling beans for cooking and eating. The pods are not edible, and we do not sell seeds or plants.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jacob’s Cattle Beans are shipped fresh in their pods. The selected box weight includes the pods, which are not eaten.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Do They Taste Like?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh Jacob’s Cattle Beans have a creamy interior and a rich, earthy, slightly nutty flavor. They hold their shape well during cooking, making them especially good for dishes in which the beans should remain distinct rather than break down completely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey pair well with onions, garlic, tomatoes, maple syrup, molasses, mustard, sage, thyme, rosemary, smoked meats, winter squash, leafy greens, and hearty grains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beans’ distinctive red-and-white markings may soften or fade during cooking, but their creamy texture and full flavor remain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use Them\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew England-style baked beans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBean soups and hearty stews\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlow-cooked braises\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarm or chilled bean salads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeans with winter squash or leafy greens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrain bowls and side dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimply simmered and dressed with olive oil and herbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Prepare Them\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemove the beans from their pods and rinse. Add them to gently simmering salted water or broth and cook until tender, generally 20–30 minutes depending on their size and maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh Jacob’s Cattle Beans do not require soaking. The pods are not edible and should be discarded or composted after shelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFresh Jacob’s Cattle Beans vs. Dried Beans\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh Jacob’s Cattle Beans are harvested before they have fully dried inside their pods. Their higher moisture content gives them a more tender, creamy texture and a considerably shorter cooking time than dried beans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no need to soak them overnight. Simply shell, rinse, simmer, and season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuy Now and Freeze for Later\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh Jacob’s Cattle Beans freeze well, making the larger box a useful way to stock your freezer while they are in season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShell the beans, blanch them briefly in boiling water, and transfer them immediately to ice water. Drain thoroughly, pack into freezer-safe containers or bags, and freeze.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrozen Jacob’s Cattle Beans can be cooked much like fresh beans and used throughout the year in baked beans, soups, stews, braises, and salads. There is no need to thaw them before cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal Availability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAvailable only during the fresh shelling bean season and harvested to order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe ship all produce nationwide by overnight delivery. At checkout, please select your preferred available delivery date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Schedule:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Order by Thursday at 12 PM EST → Ships Monday\u003cbr\u003e• Order by Sunday at 12 PM EST → Ships Wednesday\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrders generally arrive the following day. If a shipping or delivery date falls on a holiday, your box will ship on the next available shipping day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease review our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/norwichmeadowsfarm.com\/policies\/shipping-policy\" title=\"Shipping and Returns Policy\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Returns Policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Norwich Meadows Farm","offers":[{"title":"3 lb Box — In the Pod","offer_id":52367957688621,"sku":"PPJC3-8","price":42.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 lb Box — In the Pod","offer_id":52367957721389,"sku":"PRJC5-8","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/0592\/0813\/files\/IMG_0082.heic?v=1785968470"},{"product_id":"dry-cassoulet-beans-tarbais-type-1lb","title":"Dry Cassoulet Beans (Tarbais-Type) - 1lb","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOrganic French Cassoulet Beans (Tarbais)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur French Cassoulet Beans are from our 2026 harvest.\u003c\/strong\u003e These large, creamy beans are certified organic and grown on our farm in Norwich Meadows, New York. This Tarbais-type variety has a thin, tender skin and delicate flavor, readily absorbing broth, herbs, tomatoes, and savory meats while retaining its shape during slow cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvested dry for your pantry, these beans are especially well suited to cassoulet, the traditional slow-cooked bean dish of southwestern France. They are grown and carefully harvested on our small farm, offering a direct connection between your kitchen and the New York soil where they were produced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThese are New York-grown dry beans and are not certified Haricot Tarbais IGP beans from France. They are sold for cooking and eating—not for use as seeds or plants.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Do They Taste Like?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrench Cassoulet Beans have a delicate, mildly nutty flavor and a smooth, creamy interior. Their thin skins become tender during cooking, while the beans hold their shape and soak up the flavors of garlic, herbs, tomatoes, broth, duck, sausage, and other savory ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use Them\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse these versatile dry beans for traditional cassoulet, soups, stews, slow-cooked braises, warm bean salads, or simple bowls of creamy beans finished with olive oil, herbs, and good salt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Prepare Them\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSort and rinse the dry beans before cooking. For a shorter cooking time and more even texture, soak them in plenty of water overnight, then drain and rinse. Cover with fresh water or broth and simmer gently until tender, generally 60–90 minutes depending on soaking time, bean age, and your preferred texture. 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