Romano Pole Beans:
Romano beans, sometimes called the Queen of Snap Beans, or Pole beans, are also sold as Italian beans. They are flat, wide, and flavorful. The variety ranges in size from 5 to 7 inches. While small beans are very tender, larger ones have more of a developed bean inside and are more flavorful with a sweet, nbutty taste. They come in green, yellow, and purple.
Romano beans originated in Italy, and make a great substitute for green beans in any recipe. They are legumes. They are considered ripe when they make a crisp snap when broken in half, and have a mild flavor and a tender texture. These beans are often braised with other summer vegetables and eaten as a side dish, or can be added to soups, stews, stir fries, and an assortment of other dishes.
Look for fresh clean beans that are tender, crisp, and well shaped. Wash beans in water before refrigeration. Beans will keep for several days in a plastic container, but are best when used immediately.
They can be eaten raw or cooked. To cook snap or trim off ends and rinse the pods to remove any dirt. These beans can be cooked lightly to retain their crunchy texture or cooked until they are extremely tender. Overcooking will make them mushy. These legumes can also be pickeled.
