Beans come tinned or dried. The former saves time but the latter provides a better flavour and texture. They may require a little extra love but the result is magic. Here are all the ways to make the most out of beans.
French beans and mangetout with hazelnut and orange
Hot yoghurt and broad bean soup
Sagnarelli with wild broad beans and lemon
Charred green beans with anchovy dressing and seed dukkah
French beans with shiitake mushrooms and nutmeg
Butter bean purée with dukkah
Portobello steaks and butter bean mash