Rancho Gordo Heirloom Beans: Desert Island Sampler

Rancho Gordo supports farmers growing gorgeous, old-world, heirloom beans, loved by chefs and home cooks alike.

Desert Island Sampler includes 5 varieties:

DOMINGO ROJO: A classic red bean, essential to dishes like New Orleans Red Beans & Rice, and equally important to many Caribbean cuisines. Domingo Rojo holds its shape when cooked, and the thick bean broth coats every rice grain or noodle with a luxurious sauce.

MIDNIGHT BLACK: Midnight is a true black turtle bean with a rich, traditional black bean flavor and texture. Use in any recipe calling for black or turtle beans or just enjoy on their own. These are incredibly fresh so little, if any, soaking is required.

ALUBIA BLANCA: Classic Alubia beans are one of our more requested items. You can use these small white European-style beans in all kinds of cooking, from Yankee baked beans to soups to Italian "beans on toast." They have a thin skin but still manage to hold their shape, making them ideal for salads.

CLASSIC CRANBERRY: Cranberry beans only look like cranberries. And even then, I don't quite see it. Originally from South America, these beans have been bred around the world and have become Madeira, Borlotti, Tounges of Fire, Wren's Egg and many more. This is the classic from Colombia and are perfect for any recipe calling for a "cranberry" bean.

GARBANZO: A slightly nutty-flavored classic bean, essential for Middle Eastern, Mexican, and European cooking. New-crop harvest ensures quicker cooking and fresher flavor.