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Cranberry Beans (Borlotti)
Cranberry Beans are related to the Kidney Bean. Cranberries are like the Pinto Bean but reversed in color with pink skin and maroon mottling. They are somewhat plumper than the Pinto and are about 1/2 inch long. Cranberry Beans have a sweet, mild flavor. Like their Mexican and Italian cousins (Pinto and Kidney), they will turn pink when cooked. They're delicious in recipes with sweet or savory spices.