However ordinary beans may seem, their nutritional profile, their versatility, their incredible diversity of flavors and textures, and even their rainbow of colors and patterns have firmly secured their spot in the world's list of essential foods. And, with a little attention and proper care, they can be spectacular in a huge range of dishes. Here, we've compiled a collection of 35 of our best bean recipes, including soups and stews, salads, refried beans, and much more. #Beans #SeriousEats