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Net wt. 14.1 oz/400g
Tuna and Bean Salad with Borlotti beans. This is a great salad for summer. Just remember to soak the beans overnight, then cook until tender. Preparing the beans this way you will never go back to canned (unless it’s an emergency), taste the difference. The recipe is here, NY Times Cooking.
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Borlotti beans from La Valletta are a large, plump variety of kidney bean distinguished by their pinkish color and characteristic red streaks. The beans have a slightly sweet, nutty flavor and creamy texture.
The dried beans must be soaked for 12 hours or overnight, then simmered in water with aromatics until evenly cooked with a firm, yet creamy texture (about one hour).
Versatile and tasty, borlotti beans from La Valletta can be added to soups, stews, or spooned over toast. Stew the beans in tomato sauce and serve over creamy polenta. Add sautéed greens like swiss chard to a bowl of brothy beans. Toss with pasta or make a classic minestrone. Serve as a contorno alongside roasted trout.
Founded in 1985 by Antonio and Adriana Cappelletti, the La Valletta farm is located within a protected regional park in Colfiorito, a magnificent plateau nestled in the heart of the Umbria-Marche Apennines. Situated at elevations ranging from 800 to 1000 meters above sea level, Colfiorito’s unique terroir and microclimate provide optimal conditions for cultivating legumes.
Although Antonio and Adriana had envisioned a future for their children away from the hardships of farming, their son Alessandro developed a passion for working in the fields at a young age, while their daughter Rosalba found joy in meticulously packing bags of lentils by hand. As the siblings put it, “We came from the earth, and we remained attached to the earth. We are still trying to return the love and care in which we grew up.”
Today, three generations of the Cappelletti family are engaged in the company, with Alessandro and Rosalba leading the way. Using traditional agriculture methods that respect the earth and its resources, the farm now spans 150 cultivated hectares. La Valletta’s deep commitment to sustainability extends to their packaging, deliberately chosen to contribute to a plastic-free future.
Over time, “La Valletta” has evolved from the simple name of the Cappelletti family’s land to a brand synonymous with authentic, high-quality legumes.
Net wt. 14.1 oz/400g
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