Kidney Beans

Typically a medium-large dark red, the kidney bean is named after its "kidney" shape. The kidney bean is eaten world-wide from the Americas to Southeast Asia. Use cooked then chilled in salads, or for chili or soups. The white variety kidney beans are referred to as cannellini beans. Kidney beans are not typically found fresh but are widely available canned.

pink beans, pinto beans or red beans

16 oz. can kidney beans = 2 cups
1lb dried = 2 to 2 1/2 cups uncooked