{"product_id":"organic-dry-bean-collection-cornell","title":"Cornell Dry Bean Collection – 2026 Harvest","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFour Organic Dry Bean Varieties · 2026 Harvest · A Norwich Meadows Farm–Cornell University Collaboration · Dry and Shelled\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmira, Faruq, Yansoon, and Zubdeh\u003c\/strong\u003e are distinctive pole-bean varieties developed through a collaboration between Norwich Meadows Farm and Cornell University plant breeders. Each variety was selected for its flavor, texture, productivity, and ability to thrive on organic farms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese certified organic beans were grown and carefully harvested on our farm in Norwich, New York. They have been fully dried and removed from their pods for convenient pantry storage. The package contains dry, shelled beans only—no pods are included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll four varieties are from our 2026 harvest and are sold for cooking and eating—not for use as seeds or plants.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Four Varieties\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAmira \u003cem\u003e(“Princess”)\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmira\u003c\/strong\u003e has a sweet, floral flavor and a smooth, creamy texture. The dry beans are tan with beautiful marbled brown markings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFaruq \u003cem\u003e(“Balance”)\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFaruq\u003c\/strong\u003e offers a balanced flavor and texture that works beautifully in a wide range of dishes. The dry beans display marbled shades of tan and brown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eYansoon \u003cem\u003e(“Anise”)\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYansoon\u003c\/strong\u003e is a golden-brown bean with a mild, squash-like sweetness. When cooked, it produces a delicately anise-scented pot liquor worth saving and serving with the beans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eZubdeh \u003cem\u003e(“Butter”)\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZubdeh\u003c\/strong\u003e has a rich, buttery quality and creamy texture. Its brown dry beans produce a naturally viscous, deeply flavorful pot liquor when cooked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use These Dry Beans\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese flavorful beans can be prepared simply or incorporated into soups, stews, braises, salads, grain dishes, and spreads. Their cooking liquid develops wonderful flavor and body, so consider serving it with the beans or saving it for soups and sauces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServe with olive oil, herbs, and sea salt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd to soups, stews, and braises\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eToss with tomatoes, peppers, or seasonal greens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse in bean salads, grain bowls, or spreads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServe over toasted bread or alongside roasted vegetables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSave the flavorful cooking liquid for soups and sauces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\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, cover them with plenty of water and soak overnight. Drain and rinse after soaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCover the beans with fresh water or broth, bring to a boil, and then reduce the heat. Simmer gently until completely tender, generally 60–90 minutes depending on the variety, soaking time, and your preferred texture. Add more liquid as needed and season to taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Story Behind the Beans\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNorwich Meadows Farm’s Zaid Kurdieh and Cornell plant breeder Michael Mazourek began this project to develop flavorful pole beans suited to organic farms and high-tunnel production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeans help diversify high-tunnel rotations typically dominated by tomatoes and cucumbers. As legumes, they obtain nitrogen through their relationship with beneficial soil bacteria. Pole beans also use a tunnel’s vertical space and allow farmworkers to harvest while standing upright.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZaid and Michael assembled a collection of favorite beans and spent several seasons selecting plants in Norwich Meadows Farm’s tunnels and Cornell’s fields and greenhouses. They looked for disease resistance, productivity, easy-to-pick pods, and exceptional cooking quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beans were evaluated in both the field and Haifa’s kitchen, with support from Norwich Meadows Farm’s experienced Egyptian growers. Each variety received a distinctive name reflecting its character and connection to the farm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmira, Faruq, Yansoon, and Zubdeh were bred to serve the soil, farmers, farmworkers, cooks, and eaters—and, above all, to be delicious.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Store Them\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore these dry beans in an airtight container in a cool, dry, dark place. Proper storage protects them from moisture and helps preserve their flavor and quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCooked beans may be refrigerated in their cooking liquid in a covered container for several days. For longer storage, allow them to cool completely and freeze them with enough cooking liquid to keep them moist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThese are certified organic, New York-grown dry beans for cooking and eating. They arrive fully shelled, with no pods included. 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