Start growing scarlet runner beans much more than simply an edible bean – red runner bean blooms are magnets for hummingbirds and butterflies. We’re working toward growing and producing more and more ...

Most bean plants are relegated to rows or patches in the vegetable garden. Although they are tasty and healthful, when it comes to looks, well, they didn’t win that lottery. However, the scarlet ...

When fantastic farmers — and cooks — like Clarita Coleman matter-of-factly say things like, “I don't write anything down,” you stop to jot that recipe down. If there even is a recipe. With Coleman, ...

Q. Our scarlet runner beans have grown well and produced many flowers, but few of the blooms have turned into beans. Instead, they simply fall off the tall vines. Why? A. I am asked this question ...

Laura Avery talks to Bruce Kalman, chef and owner of Union in Pasadena and Knead & Co at the Grand Central Market, and to farmer Lori Heal, of 2 Peas in a Pod in Arroyo Grande. Runner Beans (Photo by ...

Simon Hopkinson's latest book is an English-looking volume with a Francophile sensibility, inspired by a meal thrown together from leftover... Serves 4, as a light lunch or supper I like the mimicry ...

Thinly slice the beans lengthwise, removing the outer stringy sides. Put the butter, cream, cream cheese, garlic, seasoning, nutmeg, and Parmesan into a medium pan and slowly bring to a simmer, gently ...