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From Past to Plate: The Most Ancient Ingredients for Modern Meals

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Beans: 8,000 Years of History 15/22

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Beans: 8,000 Years of History

Beans have been a staple food in many regions due to their high protein content. It is believed that the first garden beans were cultivated in Peru, but they did not reach Europe from the American continent until the 16th century. In their raw state, beans are toxic, which is why they should always be cooked. All other varieties of beans, such as kidney beans, white beans, and many more, are derived from the green garden bean. How about combining the best of the 3 in the following recipe?


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