Article: All about beans

Here is a general description and taste profile of popular varieties of canned beans and canned peas, from the food section of The Advocate, Baton Rouge, La.

Beans, peas and lentils are members of the legume family of vegetables.

* Black beans: Medium black-skinned ovals; rich, earthy taste and soft texture; also referred to as turtle beans.

* Black-eyed peas: Small, beige beans with a black dot at the inside curve; vegetable flavor and mealy texture.

* Cannellini beans: Large, firm white beans; smooth, creamy texture and mellow flavor; also referred to as white kidney beans.

* Chickpeas or garbanzo beans: Firm tan beans with a rounded, irregular shape; mild peanut or nutty flavor.

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