Do you know your pinto beans from your black beans and chickpeas? Learn about the different types of bean and how to use them ...

There are two basic types ... washed beans in a pot and add 2-3 cups of water per cup of beans. Cover, and place in the refrigerator overnight (about 8 hours). After soaking, drain the water and rinse ...

Beans are kind of like the your best friend from high school — nearly forgotten but always ready to step back into the limelight and help out an old pal when needed.