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Yellow Eye Bean

$10.95
Rancho Gordo

Rich, creamy, and mild, Rancho Gordo's Yellow Eye Bean is delicious without fuss. A best-seller and pantry staple, these legumes are essential for New England baked beans, yet versatile enough for almost any cuisine. 

Soft and wonderfully smooth, Yellow Eye beans are perfect with a smoked ham hock or alongside seasoned vegetables for a flavorful plant-based soup. They also make excellent alternative to Navy beans in any recipe.

Mild and versatile, they absorb any flavors you cook with—sautéed in a touch of extra virgin olive oil with fresh farmers’ market aromatics, they create a classic, simple dish sure to delight.

Suggested uses:  baked beans, soups, dips, casseroles, pot beans

Take a look at Rancho Gordo's Basic Bean Cooking for handy cooking and storing tips, then check out The Rancho Gordo Heirloom Bean Guide for more information and recipes.

Ingredients

yellow eye beans
Specifications
  • 1 lb. bag
  • Latin name:  Phaseolus vulgaris
  • packed in the USA
Use

Check beans for debris, and rinse thoroughly. In a large pot, sauté aromatic vegetables in olive oil. Add beans and enough water to cover by about 2 inches. Bring to a full boil for 10 to 15 minutes.

Reduce heat to a gentle simmer, using a lid to help regulate the heat, and gently cook until done, 1 to 3 hours. Salt when the beans start to soften. A pre-soak of 2 to 6 hours will lessen the cooking time.
Further Reading

Founded by Steve Sando in 2001, Rancho Gordo is dedicated to preserving heirloom beans and Indigenous ingredients from the Americas. What began as a passion for growing and sharing unique beans has grown into a partnership with small farmers in the U.S. and Mexico, delivering exceptional ingredients while supporting sustainable agriculture and celebrating the region’s rich culinary traditions.

Discover more delicious heirloom beans and grains in our full Rancho Gordo collection.
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