Unico Dry Navy Beans
Unico Dry Navy Beans
Unico Dry Navy Beans are small white beans with a mild flavour and creamy texture — the classic bean for baked beans, soups and stews.
Highlights
- Small dry white (navy) beans
- Mild flavour, creamy when cooked
- Classic for baked beans
- High in protein and fibre
What is Unico Dry Navy Beans?
Small, dry white navy beans. Soaked and simmered until tender, they have a mild flavour and a smooth, creamy texture that makes them the traditional bean for slow-baked beans, white bean soups, minestrone and stews. High in protein and fibre.
Why Choose Unico Dry Navy Beans?
- Mild and creamy when cooked
- The classic baked-bean bean
- A pantry staple for baked beans
- Economical dry format
How Do You Use Unico Dry Navy Beans?
Common Uses
- Boston / slow-baked beans
- White bean soups and minestrone
- Stews and casseroles
- Bean purées
Best Pairings
- Molasses and salt pork (baked beans)
- Tomato and herbs
- Ham and bacon
- Garlic and rosemary
Nutritional Information
Per about 1/4 cup (35 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 120 | |
| Fat | 0.5 g | 1 % |
| Saturated Fat | 0 g | 0 % |
| + Trans Fat | 0 g | |
| Carbohydrate | 21 g | |
| Fibre | 6 g | 21 % |
| Sugars | 1 g | 1 % |
| Protein | 8 g | |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | |
| Sodium | 0 mg | 0 % |
| Potassium | 400 mg | 9 % |
| Calcium | 50 mg | 4 % |
| Iron | 2 mg | 11 % |
* 5 % or less is a little, 15 % or more is a lot
Ingredients
Navy beans. May contain soy.
Allergens
May contain soy.
Certification
- Kosher
Frequently Asked Questions About Unico Dry Navy Beans
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1. How do I cook dried beans?
Soak dried beans in plenty of water for several hours or overnight, drain, then simmer in fresh water until tender, which can take one to two hours depending on the variety. Follow the package directions for specific guidance.
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2. How should I store dried beans, rice and flour?
Keep them in a sealed container in a cool, dry cupboard away from moisture. Stored this way, dry staples keep well for many months.
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3. What sizes does Dry Navy Beans come in?
Unico Dry Navy Beans is available in the following: 750 g.
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4. Is Dry Navy Beans kosher?
Unico Dry Navy Beans is kosher certified. Look for the certification symbol on the package.
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5. Does Dry Navy Beans contain allergens?
Unico Dry Navy Beans: May contain soy. Always check the label if you have a food allergy.
Recipes Using Unico Dry Navy Beans
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Tuscan Bean Soup
The famous Tuscan winter classic: white kidney beans simmered with tomatoes, garlic and fresh sage in olive oil until…
Key Ingredients: Gallo Extra Virgin Olive Oil · Unico Diced Tomatoes
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Minestra di Pasta e Fagioli
A simple pasta e fagioli minestra: San Marzano tomatoes simmered down, kidney beans added with their liquid, and tube…
Key Ingredients: Unico Vegetable Oil · Unico Whole San Marzano Type Tomatoes · Unico Red Kidney Beans — No Salt Added
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Tuscan Fagiolata
A restaurant-style four-bean fagiolata: soffritto vegetables and herbs simmered with diced tomatoes, paste and four k…
Key Ingredients: Unico White Kidney Beans (Cannellini) · Unico Red Kidney Beans — No Salt Added · Unico Chick Peas — No Salt Added
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Minestrone Soup
A hearty Italian vegetable soup with pancetta, white kidney beans and diced tomatoes, simmered with a bouquet garni a…
Key Ingredients: Gallo Olive Oil · Unico Diced Tomatoes · Unico Dry White Kidney Beans (Cannellini)
Cooking Guides & Tips
- How to Cook Dried Beans from Scratch How to soak and simmer dried beans for the best texture and flavour — plus a no-soak option for lentils.
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Unico Dry Navy Beans are small dry white beans with a mild flavour and creamy texture — the classic bean for slow-baked beans, white bean soups and stews. Sold dry (soak and simmer), distinct from the canned ready-to-use beans in Beans & Peas.