Heirloom Beans

The classic bean. Soft, creamy, and versatile, our Pintos cook quickly and create converts to new crop, heirloom beans. The poor pinto doesn't get ...

An heirloom passed down for generations in rural Hidalgo, Mexico, this small, compact bean produces a rich, flavorful broth.  In Mexico, a rebozo i...

The classic heirloom bean that inspired the birth of Rancho Gordo. Suggestions of chocolate and coffee make this pinto-family rarity one of our fav...

Enormous, thick-skinned runner beans with a surprisingly creamy interior. One of our all-time best sellers, it's a versatile giant that works in al...

The small, dense orbs produce a beefy bean broth. An essential part of California cuisine, they are the heart of a tri-tip barbecue and yet they're...

Prized black beans from Oaxaca with rich flavor and a renowned bean broth. Smaller than your average black turtle beans, these tiny heirlooms are c...

Big, beefy runner bean with gorgeous markings. A constant chef's favorite.  The beans are firm and stay whole, but you can keep cooking them and th...

Big, potato flavor and texture. Ideal for soups and chowders.  Snowcaps are large beans with a distinct resemblance to everybody's favorite tuber, ...

This pale-hued lentil may look subtle, but its flavor is bright and unusual.  This is a truly unique lentil. You'd think the skins had been removed...

For the best luck, Southerners know that Black Eyed Peas on New Year's Day mean good luck in the coming year. Easy to make and easy to enjoy.  Whet...

A classic chili bean that holds its shape through long, slow, cooking and exudes a generous, dark, rich broth.  A really lovely cousin to the Anasa...

Rich, creamy, and mild, this best-seller is delicious without fuss. Essential for New England baked beans but versatile enough for almost any cui...

Quick-cooking rich, versatile peas for soups and dals. Yellow split peas are clearly related to their green cousins, but they have a unique creamy ...

Get ready to fall in love with this quick-cooking, delicate, and versatile heirloom pea. Use in classic Southern dishes, or pair with rice and your...