Fadi Kattan's Mujadara
Fadi Kattan's beautiful book, Bethlehem (2024, Hardie Grant) has many good recipes, but Mujadara is one real standout. Kattan says: "When I close my eyes and try to think of...
"STEVE SANDO HAS SPENT TWO DECADES HELPING US ALL EAT BETTER BEANS AND UNDERSTAND WHAT MAKES THEM GREAT. IT'S A NOBLE MISSION AND ONE HE CONTINUES IN THE BEAN BOOK." - CHEF JOSÉ ANDRES
Welcome to Rancho Gordo
- Heirloom Beans
- Grains & Seeds
- Chiles & Chile Sauces
- Herbs & Spices
Why Heirloom Beans?
While they have a lower yield and are much more difficult to grow, the pay off is in the unique flavors and textures that you just don't find with bland commodity beans.
BEAN COOKING 101
How to Cook Beans in the Rancho Gordo Manner
There is not one single method of cooking beans. At its most basic, you want to simmer the pot until the beans are soft. Soaking can speed up the process...
"Rancho Gordo's legumes are extremely giftable because they're shelf-stable, so even if your giftee doesn't get around to whipping up a batch of garlicky chickpeas until next year, they'll still taste just as good."
- USA Today
More Rancho Gordo Recipes
Cassoulet Gratin a la Monks
Our friend John Monks is an anesthesiologist by day and food-obsessed host by night (and weekends). I don't know anyone who takes making good food for his friends more...
Red Bean, Radicchio, and Pomegranate Holiday Salad
For the Vinaigrette:2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, preferably Katz Apple Cider Vinegar1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice1/4 cup extra virgin olive oilSalt and freshly ground pepper to taste2 heads radicchio, about 4...
Split Pea Soup with (or Without) Crispy Prosciutto
After cooking so many pound of beans, it's amazing to watch how quickly peas and lentils cook. Our green split peas are ready in around 30 to 40 minutes, and...