Canned beans refers to a number of

bean A bean is the seed of some plants in the legume family (Fabaceae) used as a vegetable for human consumption or animal feed. The seeds are often preserved through drying (a ''pulse''), but fresh beans are also sold. Dried beans are traditi ...

products canned in salt, water, and preservatives.

Description

A variety of beans and other legumes are available canned in salt, water, and preservatives. Canned beans are pre-cooked to make them easier to prepare for consumers. They may be substituted in recipes which call for cooked beans, however the canned variety may have a more soft and mushy texture than their dried and soaked counterparts. Canned beans may also refer to

pork and beans Pork and beans is a culinary dish that uses pork and beans as its main ingredients. Numerous variations exist, usually with more specific names, such as '' fabada asturiana'', '' olla podrida'', or American canned pork and beans. American can ...

, typically served in a tomato-based sauce flavored by pork, or canned

baked beans Baked beans is a Dish (food), dish traditionally containing white Phaseolus vulgaris, common beans that are parboiling, parboiled and then baking, baked in sauce at low temperature for a lengthy period. Canned baked beans are not baked, but ar ...

. No-salt added canned beans are also available. Canned beans are typically sold at grocery stores, organic food stores, and bulk food stores.

Home preservation

Home canned beans may be prepared in a variety of ways. Safety measures must be taken when canning beans at home, as improperly canned beans can cause illness to the consumer.

Brands

* Bush Brothers and Company *

Van Camp's Van Camp's is an American brand of canned bean products currently owned by ConAgra Foods, Inc. Their products typically consist of beans stewed in a flavored sauce. Founding The brand traces its roots back to Indianapolis Indianapolis ( ...

Heinz Baked Beans Heinz Baked Beans are a brand of baked beans produced by the H.J. Heinz Company. They have been sold as "Heinz Beanz" in the United Kingdom since 2008. History In 1886, Heinz Baked Beans were first sold at the Fortnum & Mason department store ...

* Luck's Beans

Description

Home preservation

Brands

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