{"product_id":"organic-dry-pescia-style-beans","title":"Organic Dry Pescia-(Sorana) Style Shelling Beans – 2026 Harvest","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable in 3 lb and 5 lb Boxes\u003c\/strong\u003e · \u003cstrong\u003eDry and Shelled\u003c\/strong\u003e · \u003cstrong\u003e2026 Harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e · \u003cstrong\u003eShips Nationwide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur Organic Pescia-Style Shelling Beans are certified organic and grown on our farm in Norwich, New York.\u003c\/strong\u003e These small, flattened white beans have remarkably thin skins, creamy interiors, and a delicate flavor. This Sorana-type variety is inspired by the celebrated beans traditionally grown near Pescia in Tuscany.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese beans are from our 2026 harvest and arrive fully dried and removed from their pods. There are no pods included—the selected box weight is entirely dry beans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir tender skins and creamy texture make them especially good for simple Tuscan-style preparations, soups, salads, crostini, pasta, and braised dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThese beans are grown in New York and are not certified Fagiolo di Sorana IGP beans from Italy. They are dry, shelled beans sold for cooking and eating—not for use as seeds or plants.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoose Your Box Size\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3 lb Box — Dry and Shelled\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA practical quantity for home cooking, soups, salads, pasta dishes, and individual recipes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5 lb Box — Dry and Shelled\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA larger quantity for batch cooking, entertaining, restaurant use, or stocking your pantry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e The box contains dry, shelled beans only—no pods—and the selected weight is the net weight of the edible dry beans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Do They Taste Like?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePescia-Style Shelling Beans have a delicate, subtly nutty flavor and an exceptionally smooth, creamy texture. Their remarkably thin skins become tender during cooking and nearly disappear against the soft interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese beans are best prepared simply so their refined flavor and texture remain at the center of the dish. They pair especially well with extra-virgin olive oil, garlic, sage, rosemary, tomatoes, onions, leafy greens, crusty bread, pasta, and grilled or roasted meats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInspired by Sorana Beans\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSorana is a village near Pescia in Tuscany known for its prized white beans, traditionally grown in the sandy, gravelly soil along the Pescia di Pontito. The classic white Sorana bean is sometimes called a \u003cem\u003epiattellino\u003c\/em\u003e, or “little flat bean,” because of its small, flattened shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Sorana-type beans are certified organic and grown at Norwich Meadows Farm in New York. They share the flattened shape, thin skin, creamy texture, and delicate flavor associated with this Tuscan bean tradition, but they are not certified Fagiolo di Sorana IGP beans from Italy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use Them\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimply simmered with garlic and sage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDressed with extra-virgin olive oil, salt, and pepper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTuscan-style bean soups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite bean crostini\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarm or chilled bean salads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePasta and grain dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBraised beans with tomatoes or leafy greens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServed alongside roasted or grilled meats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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 soaking time and your preferred texture. Add more liquid as needed and season to taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a simple Tuscan-style preparation, simmer the beans gently with garlic, sage, and a small amount of olive oil. Once tender, season to taste and finish with additional extra-virgin olive oil.\u003c\/p\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 delicate flavor and cooking 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\u003ch2\u003eCertified Organic and Farm-Grown\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery box contains certified organic Pescia-Style Shelling Beans from our 2026 harvest, grown, harvested, shelled, and dried on our small farm in Norwich Meadows, New York.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest Availability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAvailable while supplies from our 2026 harvest last.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur dry Pescia-Style Shelling Beans ship nationwide. 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","brand":"Norwich Meadows Farm","offers":[{"title":"3 lb Box — Dry, Shelled","offer_id":67652955144493,"sku":"PPBDPESC3-8","price":42.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 lb Box — Dry, Shelled","offer_id":67652955177261,"sku":"PPBDPESC-8","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/0592\/0813\/files\/Largephotosoon.png?v=1783790232","url":"https:\/\/norwichmeadowsfarm.com\/products\/organic-dry-pescia-style-beans","provider":"Norwich Meadows Farm","version":"1.0","type":"link"}