Beans
A Global History
Published on 13. April 2020
128 pages
978-1-78914-241-9 (ISBN)
Description
Beans are considered a basic staple in most kitchen cupboards, yet these humble foodstuffs have a very long history: there is evidence that beans have been eaten for 9,000 years. Whether dried, frozen or canned, beans have substantial nutritional and environmental benefits, and can easily be made into a wholesome, satisfying meal. From garbanzos to lentils, and from favas to soybeans, Beans: A Global History narrates the rich story of these small yet mighty edibles.
Featuring historic and modern recipes that celebrate the wide variety of bean cuisines, this book chimes with the modern trend for healthy eating, and takes readers on a vivid journey through the gastronomical, botanical, cultural and political history of beans.
Featuring historic and modern recipes that celebrate the wide variety of bean cuisines, this book chimes with the modern trend for healthy eating, and takes readers on a vivid journey through the gastronomical, botanical, cultural and political history of beans.
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Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
File size
14,38 MB
ISBN-13
978-1-78914-241-9 (9781789142419)
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04/2020
Reaktion Books
€19.00
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Person
Natalie Rachel Morris is a food systems instructor, food and culture scholar and trained culinarian. She is the founder of the award-winning farm and food directory Good Food Finder and works at Arizona State University. She lives in Phoenix, Arizona.
Content
- Cover
- Title Page
- Imprint Page
- Contents
- Introduction
- 1: Bean Botany
- 2: Bean Beginnings
- 3: Bean Cultures
- 4: The Lore and Literature of Beans
- 5: Bean Cuisines
- 6: The Bean of Tomorrow
- Recipes
- References
- Select Bibliography
- Acknowledgements
- Photo Acknowledgements
- Index
