Kidney Beans

Dark kidney beans are red, glossy and have a tough skin. Light red kidney beans are a pale red or pink. They taste about the… Read More »Can I Substitute Light Red Kidney Beans For Dark Red?

Kidney beans are one of the healthiest types of beans to use as a protein source, with slightly less fat and saturated fat than other… Read More »Are Kidney Beans The Healthiest?

I have never been a fan of kidney beans, so I knew I’d feature black beans in this version. They’re so much better! You can… Read More »Can You Use Black Beans Instead Of Kidney Beans In Chili?

Pink Beans They’re called pink beans due to their light color, comparable to pinto beans. They’re a great kidney bean replacement in baked beans, chili,… Read More »What Is An Alternative To Red Kidney Beans?

Red Kidney Beans Compared to butter beans, kidney beans have a slightly sweeter flavor, but a similar shape and texture. The main thing you have… Read More »Can I Substitute Kidney Beans For Butter Beans?

Cannellini beans can also be labeled as white kidney beans or Italian kidney beans, adding to the confusion. What does remain constant though is the… Read More »Do Cannellini Beans Taste Like Kidney Beans?

The main reason for beans that are still hard after cooking is the quality of the beans. Drying beans preserves them for a long time,… Read More »Why Are My Kidney Beans Still Hard?

Dried red kidney beans are a great way to stretch your dollar. Plan ahead to allow soaking time for the dried beans. If you prefer… Read More »Can I Add Dry Kidney Beans To Chili?

Add eight cups of water to a pot and bring it to a boil. Add a 16-ounce bag of dried, red kidney beans to the… Read More »How Do You Soften Kidney Beans In Chili?

Red beans — including small red beans and dark red kidney beans — are a good source of iron, phosphorus and potassium. They’re also an… Read More »What Are Red Kidney Beans Good For?