Features
Approx. Weight
1kg
Farming region
Italy
Variety
Borlotti Beans Fresh
Accreditation
Artisan Small Growers

Borlotti Beans Fresh, 1kg

Fresh Borlotti Beans 1kg are 1kg of fresh borlotti beans in the pod – one of the great pleasures of the Italian late summer harvest. Sourced from specialist growers and delivered fresh to your door.

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Features
Approx. Weight
1kg
Farming region
Italy
Variety
Borlotti Beans Fresh
Accreditation
Artisan Small Growers
Description

Fresh Borlotti Beans 1kg are 1kg of fresh borlotti beans in the pod – one of the great pleasures of the Italian late summer harvest. Fresh borlotti beans are a world apart from the dried or canned version. As a result, they have a creamy, buttery texture and a delicate, nutty flavour that cooking transforms into something deeply satisfying. Furthermore, fresh borlotti beans require no soaking and cook in a fraction of the time of dried beans. In particular, the pods are strikingly beautiful – cream streaked with vivid crimson – and the beans inside are equally beautiful.

About Fresh Borlotti Beans 1kg

We source our vegetables and seasonal produce from specialist growers across Britain and Europe. In particular, we select every variety for its flavour, condition and provenance. As a result, the produce we deliver meets a standard well above what most supermarkets carry. Furthermore, we prioritise seasonal and heritage varieties over commodity produce. These varieties exist because growers selected them for taste, not yield or shelf life. However, they require more care and attention to grow. In particular, heritage and specialty vegetables often have shorter seasons and more demanding growing conditions. Additionally, we work with growers who share our commitment to quality. A short supply chain from grower to your door makes all the difference to freshness. That is why Fresh Borlotti Beans 1kg from The Artisan Food Company consistently impresses even the most discerning cooks.

Why Choose Fresh Borlotti Beans 1kg From Us

Cooking with genuinely seasonal and specialty produce transforms everyday dishes. In contrast to commodity vegetables, these varieties carry a depth of flavour that rewards simple treatment. As a result, the best preparation is often the simplest. Furthermore, freshness is everything with vegetables. We deliver direct from our suppliers so you cook with produce at its peak. However, even the finest vegetables need a little attention in the kitchen. In particular, most benefit from minimal cooking rather than long boiling. Moreover, good olive oil, sea salt and a little acidity — lemon juice or a splash of vinegar — bring out the best in almost everything. Additionally, the variety and provenance of what you cook matters. That is why we choose these ingredients so carefully.

How to Cook Fresh Borlotti Beans 1kg

To get the very best from Fresh Borlotti Beans 1kg:

  • Pod the beans and simmer in well-salted water with a sage leaf and a clove of garlic for 20 to 25 minutes until just tender.
  • Drain and dress while warm with the finest olive oil, sea salt and fresh sage for the simplest Italian preparation.
  • Furthermore, fresh borlotti beans make an outstanding pasta e fagioli – cook with tomato, garlic and rosemary.
  • Additionally, combine with tuna, red onion and good olive oil for a classic Italian borlotti bean salad.

Perfect Pairings

Fresh Borlotti Beans 1kg pairs beautifully with:

  • Good olive oil, sage, garlic and a little prosciutto as the Italian trinity
  • Tuna, anchovy or smoked fish for a classic Italian bean salad
  • A glass of Valpolicella, Chianti or a robust northern Italian red
  • Roasted pork, lamb or grilled Italian sausages as protein partners

Storage: Keep refrigerated and use within a few days of delivery. Most vegetables are best stored unwashed in the fridge. However, root vegetables and onions keep well in a cool, dark, dry place. Furthermore, use as soon as possible after delivery for the finest flavour. Delivered fresh and ready to prepare.

However you prepare it, Fresh Borlotti Beans 1kg brings a depth of flavour and quality to the table that commodity produce simply cannot match. Moreover, cooking with the finest seasonal produce is one of the great pleasures of the kitchen.

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