{"product_id":"fresh-organic-borlotti-beans","title":"Borlotti (Cranberry) Beans - 3 or 5lb Box","description":"\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\n\u003cp\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\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\u003ch2\u003eChoose Your Box Size\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3 lb Box — In the Pod\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA practical quantity for home cooking, side dishes, and individual recipes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5 lb Box — In the Pod\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA larger quantity for batch cooking, entertaining, restaurant use, or freezing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\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\u003eWhat Do They Taste Like?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\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\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\u003eHow to Use Them\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePasta e fagioli\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMinestrone and other soups\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eItalian-style bean stews and braises\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWarm or chilled bean salads\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePasta and grain dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSimply simmered and dressed with olive oil and herbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Prepare Them\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\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\n\u003cp\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\u003eBuy Now and Freeze for Later\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\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\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\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\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\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\u003eWe ship all produce nationwide by overnight delivery. At checkout, please select your preferred available delivery date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Schedule:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n• Order by Friday at 12 PM EST → Ships Monday\u003cbr\u003e\n• Order by Monday at 12 PM EST → Ships Wednesday\u003c\/p\u003e\n\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\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","brand":"Norwich Meadows Farm","offers":[{"title":"3 lb Box — In the Pod","offer_id":52302995652909,"sku":"PPBOR-14","price":42.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 lb Box — In the Pod","offer_id":52302995685677,"sku":null,"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=1786215308","url":"https:\/\/norwichmeadowsfarm.com\/products\/fresh-organic-borlotti-beans","provider":"Norwich Meadows Farm","version":"1.0","type":"link"}