First, black beans have a lower glycemic index, Derocha says, which means they may be a better option for those with diabetes ...

This smoky side dish of stewed heirloom beans is quintessentially California ... roundup with fire-grilled feasts in Spanish and Mexican style. By the mid-20th century, Santa Maria barbecue ...

So whether you make a batch of easy Mexican pinto beans or season ... to choose between black and pinto beans whenever you're ...

a slept-on destination for Mexican food, either. The beauty of refried beans, both the pinto and black variety, is their ...

Pinto beans need soaking for several hours before cooking, preferably overnight. Add a teaspoonful of bicarbonate of soda to speed things up. An even quicker method is to bring them to the boil in ...

Try this smoky chipotle bean stew for a satisfying veggie dinner. You can make this in half an hour using tinned beans but dried beans do come out a bit cheaper. Dr Rupy's recipe is great served ...