runner bean
This climbing plant-one of Britain's favorite
GREEN BEANs-was brought to the British Isles in the 17th century for decorative use because of its beautiful flowers. The scarlet runner bean has a long,
GREEN BEAN-type pod that holds red-streaked beige, medium-size seeds. Young runners may be prepared in any way suitable for
GREEN BEANS. In U.S. markets consumers are more likely to find the shelled dried beans, which can be cooked like
PINTO or
PINK BEANS and used in dishes such as soups and stews.
© Copyright Barron's Educational Services, Inc. 1995 based on THE FOOD LOVER'S
COMPANION, 2nd edition, by Sharon Tyler Herbst.
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