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Among the advantages that the Old World obtained from what is euphemistically called the “Columbian exchange”, there is also the common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris). Along with the xitomatl, of course!
Not solely the bean as a cultivation, but also the recipe for baked beans.
In fact, “baked beans” were a traditional dish of many native tribes.
The beans were cooked in rudimentary terracotta pots and seasoned with maple syrup and, sometimes, venison meat (or even bear fat).
Brought in Europe (legend says by Columbus himself), beans replaced the Vigna, a fairly common legume at the time (nowadays in disuse in Europe and cultivated only in some Asian countries).
The bean therefore immediately found its place in many typical European dishes, such as the French cassoulet or the white beans and ham of medieval England. Or the Little Italy’s pastafazool.
By the way, Inox Bim‘s induction cooker is perfect for your beans. Or whatever you want to cook for your customers!
