Broad Bean
Also known as: Bell Bean; Egyptian Brown Bean; Fava Bean; Field Bean; Ful Medami; Horse Bean; Scotch Bean; Tic Bean; Windsor Bean
Description
The Broad Bean is a large, flat oval Legume with a firm texture and a dainty taste - its color is pale green to creamy white. It resembles the Lima Bean but is larger. Young Broad Beans, no thicker than a finger, with pods around 7.5 cm long are the most palatable and can be cooked and eaten in their entirety. Mature Broad Beans with pods up to 30 cm (12 in) long must be shelled before cooking.
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