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SWEDISH BROWN BEANS

Swedish Brown Beans
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Their rich flavor makes Swedish brown beans ideal for use in baked-bean recipes.

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Settlers from Sweden who arrived in Montana during the late 19th century brought Swedish brown beans to North America. These beans are loved for their mildly sweet flavor and are traditionally prepared as Swedish brown bean soup.

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Varieties

Swedish brown beans, also referred to simply as brown beans, are closely related to black beans.

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Buying and storing tips

Look for uniformly shaped brown beans. Like most other dried beans, Swedish brown beans will keep for up to a year if stored in an airtight container in a cool dry place.

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Availability

Swedish brown beans are primarily available dried in the northern United States. In areas where they are sold fresh, the season peaks around October.

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Preparation, uses, and tips

Prepare Swedish brown beans the same way as other dried beans, soaking them for several hours before cooking. The rich flavor of this variety makes it ideal for use in baked-bean recipes.

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Nutritional Highlights

Swedish brown beans, 1 cup
Calories: 236
Protein: 12.16g
Carbohydrate: 52g
Total Fat: 1.14g
Fiber: 12.7g
*Excellent source of: Magnesium (81.3mg)
*Good source of: Calcium (127mg), and Vitamin C (7.8mg)

*Foods that are an “excellent source” of a particular nutrient provide 20% or more of the Recommended Daily Value, based upon United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) guidelines. Foods that are a “good source” of a particular nutrient provide between 10 and 20% of the USDA Recommended Daily Value. Nutritional information and daily nutritional guidelines may vary in different countries. Please consult the appropriate organization in your country for specific nutritional values and the recommended daily guidelines.

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Health benefits and concerns

Health benefits and concerns for legumes
Many health benefits and concerns associated with this food are applicable to other legumes. Read about health benefits and concerns for legumes for a full description.

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