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Cranberry Beans (Borlotti) D'Allasandro Cranberry Beans are known for their creamy texture with a flavor similar to chestnuts. Cranberry beans are rounded with red specks which disappear on cooking. These beans are a favorite in northern Italy and Spain and are often used in pasta and soup dishes such as Pasta e Fagioli. According to the USDA the American 'cranberry bean' is the same bean as the Italian 'borlotti' and as a matter of fact a large percentage of the 'borlotti' beans sold in Italy are actually 'cranberry beans' imported from the U.S.Soaking these dried Cranberry Beans for a couple of hours brings them back to life activating enzymes proteins. minerals and vitamins. Since they only contain 2-3% fat and are high in protein and carbohydrates they are the perfect food for fat-restricted diets and also work to lower cholesterol. Every bag contains 12 ounces (341 grams) of dried Cranberry Beans by D'Allasandro. - Food Beverage - International - - 460586958
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