While most bean varieties can't stand frosty conditions, this brawny bean thrives in cold weather when planted in early spring and harvested in summer.

They are nutty. They are creamy. They are so different from any other bean out there. And they are in season right now. They are lovely when simply sautéed or when used in risottos, dips or pastas.

Easter has a special meaning for cooks. Of course, it’s a day of celebration, but it’s also a signal of the changing of seasons, of the shift from the hearty foods of the chilly months to the fresher ...

A few weeks ago, a friend gave me some of the first fava beans from his garden. Even though the weather lately has felt dreary and wintry, seeing those favas made me realize that, oh yeah, it’s spring ...

All you need is one pot and 30 minutes to get a delicious, healthy meal on the table that’s packed with seasonal flavors.

I love spring. I love the time change. I love getting off work when there is still daylight to be enjoyed. I also love the colors that spring brings, especially the gorgeous lavender blooms of the ...

“Is it fava bean season yet?” a friend asked me recently. I told her, “Yes, spring is the moment for fava beans and my garden is full of them, so you can have a bag.” She said, “Good, because I want ...