{"title":"Borlotti Beans","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBorlotti Beans\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Italian kitchen's favourite bean: cream-coloured with red speckles, cooking up soft and creamy with a mild, chestnut-like sweetness. Borlotti are the traditional choice for pasta e fagioli, Tuscan bean stews and warm bean salads with olive oil and sage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOptions:\u003c\/b\u003e dried borlotti beans in standard packs and 1.5kg Stock \u0026amp; Prep value bags.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKitchen notes:\u003c\/b\u003e soak overnight, then simmer gently until creamy – they hold together well in slow cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNutrition:\u003c\/b\u003e high in plant protein and fibre.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"wholefood-earth-borlotti-beans-gmo-free-natural-vegan-dairy-free-no-added-sugar","title":"Borlotti Beans","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 130%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Is Borlotti Beans?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 115%;\"\u003eThe borlotti bean is a variety of common bean first bred in Colombia. It has multiple names, also known as the cranberry bean, Roman bean, romano bean, saluggia bean, gadhra bean or rosecoco bean.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 115%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe borlotti bean is a variety of the cranberry bean bred in Italy to have a thicker skin. It is used in Italian, Portuguese, Turkish, and Greek cuisine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 130%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Should I Get Borlotti Beans ?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 115%;\"\u003eThe high \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16.1px;\"\u003efibre\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 115%;\"\u003e content of borlotti and other beans is known to have a very neat effect in reducing cholesterol levels, blood pressure and heart disease risk. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16.1px;\"\u003eBorlotti' s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 115%;\"\u003e attractive red speckles fade during cooking, but they offer a very well-balanced nutritional profile, an enjoyable \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16.1px;\"\u003eflavour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 115%;\"\u003e, and a myriad of cooking options.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 115%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructions For Use: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 115%;\"\u003eFibre-rich protein source. Add to vegetable stews to add texture. To Cook: 1. Rinse beans 2. Soak for 4-6 hours (or overnight). 3. Place in a pot and cover with water above the beans. 4. Boil for 45-60 minutes and ensure that there's always water in the pot. 5. Add more if necessary.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 115%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage Instructions: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 115%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStore in a cool dry place, away from direct sunlight, heat and damp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 115%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 115%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEco Friendly 100% Recyclable Packaging. Re-sealable pouch for Long Lasting Freshness!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e(\u003cem\u003eSome Large sizes may have non-resealable packaging\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to soak borlotti beans before cooking?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, rinse the beans and soak them for 4 to 6 hours or overnight before cooking. This is the first step before boiling them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long do borlotti beans take to cook?\u003c\/strong\u003e After soaking, place them in a pot covered with water above the beans and boil for 45 to 60 minutes. Keep water in the pot throughout and top up as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are borlotti beans and what else are they called?\u003c\/strong\u003e They are a variety of common bean, also known as the cranberry bean, Roman bean, romano bean, saluggia bean, gadhra bean or rosecoco bean. They are used in Italian, Portuguese, Turkish and Greek cuisine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow can I use borlotti beans in cooking?\u003c\/strong\u003e Add them to vegetable stews to bring texture, as they are a fibre-rich protein source. Their attractive red speckles fade during cooking but the well-balanced flavour remains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 130%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's In My Borlotti Beans ?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 115%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients: \u003c\/strong\u003eBorlotti Beans\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eAllergen Information: Packed in an environment that handles nuts, peanuts, sesame, mustard, celery, soya and products containing gluten. 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These dried beans feature distinctive red and cream speckled pods that fade to a deeper burgundy when cooked. Rich in plant-based protein, fibre, and essential minerals, borlotti beans are ideal for traditional minestrone, hearty soups, and rustic bean dishes. Simply soak overnight, then simmer until tender for optimal results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGREAT VALUE \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 1.5kg bulk format offers excellent value for regular cooking and meal preparation.\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients: \u003c\/strong\u003eBorlotti Beans\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllergen Information: Packed in an environment that handles nuts, peanuts, sesame, mustard, celery, soya and products containing gluten. 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