Beans
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What It Is
Section titled “What It Is”Cold Springs Organics grows green beans (and sometimes yellow wax beans) throughout the summer season. Crisp, slender, and sweet when fresh-picked, they’re one of the most versatile vegetables in the summer box.
Download the Guide
Section titled “Download the Guide”How to Store It
Section titled “How to Store It”- Refrigerate unwashed in a produce bag or container.
- Use within 4–5 days for best snap and flavour.
How to Prep It
Section titled “How to Prep It”Rinse under cold water. Snap or trim off the stem end — the tip end can stay. Leave whole or cut to length as needed.
How to Cook It
Section titled “How to Cook It”- Blanched and buttered — boil 3–4 minutes until bright green and just tender, toss with butter and flaky salt.
- Roasted — toss with oil and roast at 425°F for 12–15 minutes until blistered.
- Stir-fried — cook over high heat with garlic and sesame oil for a fast side dish.
Quick Meal Idea
Section titled “Quick Meal Idea”Green bean salad — blanch, cool, and toss with Dijon vinaigrette, shallots, and toasted almonds.