great northern beans
Great Northern Bean
Called red beans in China and Japan, from where they likely originated, the Azuki are small, deep red, and oval shaped. These are a sweet bean, often used in desserts. While the skins can be tough, the inside is tremendously smooth.
Nutritional Information:
GREAT NORTHERN BEANS
(1/2 cup serving)
Calories: 147
Carbohydrates: 28g
Percent of Calories from Carbohydrates: 77%
Protein: 8.5g
Percent of Calories from Protein: 23%
Dietary Fiber: 7g
Folate: 128mcg
Calcium: 43mg
Iron: 2mg
Fat: 0.5g
Percent of Calories from Fat: 2%
Sodium: 1mg
RECIPES WITH GREAT NORTHERN BEANS
Salmon with Arugula and Michigan White Beans
This Michigan 5 Bean Soup Mix is an easy, and cost-effective way to spread some healthy holiday cheer to friends, neighbors, teachers or family.
Michigan Bean Vegetarian Soup Mix Gift
This Michigan 5 Bean Soup Mix is an easy, and cost-effective way to spread some healthy holiday cheer to friends, neighbors, teachers or family.
White Beans with Tomatoes and Herbs
INGREDIENTS 3-1/2 cups cooked Navy or Great Northern Beans, drained and rinsed, or 1-1/3 cups dry beans 4 Italian tomatoes, cut into 1/2-inch cubes 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil or
No-Work Meatloaf
INGREDIENTS 2/3 cup dry Navy, Great Northern, or Yellow-Eye Beans, cooked (or a 15-1/2-ounce can,) drained, rinsed, and mashed 1 pound lean ground beef 1 cup catsup 1/2 cup saltine
