We love crunchy, crisp green beans, but the problem is, once they are cooked, they tend to be transformed into a limp, lifeless former version of their fresh self. It's not fun to admit, but green ...

This humble side dish is a nutritional star. Green beans are a beloved side dish at family gatherings and potluck dinners, especially as we inch closer to Thanksgiving and the holiday season. And, as ...

If you stay even slightly attuned to the various health and diet fads that circulate on social media, you've probably seen influencers touting the benefits of a raw food diet more than once. The raw ...

When it comes to green beans, we all owe a great debt to Julia Child, who was adamant that they must be cooked until tender, not simply blanched, as has been the custom among certain trendy chefs for ...

Fresh beans should have a firm, not floppy, texture. The beans must be crisp when snapped in half, not mealy. And, most importantly, the beans should have a bright green color (unless you are buying a ...