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Green Beans

Young pods of the common bean, Phaseolus vulgaris, eaten pod and all before the seeds inside toughen.

Origin

A New World bean, picked immature as a vegetable.

Flavour

Sweet, green, and crisp when just cooked.

How to use it

Trim the ends and boil, steam, or fry them until the raw squeak is gone and the colour is still bright.

Storage

Refrigerate and cook within a few days.

Recipes using it

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