Dr Rupy's curried butter beans are sweet, earthy and with a touch of heat. You can make a curry paste in minutes and this simple recipe is so satisfying. You’ll be able to tell the difference ...

Do you have Ray’s butter bean, Grandpa’s Cress or Mrs Taylor’s Red Pear hiding ... If you’ve got an intriguing heritage seed that’s been passed down the generations, or a little-known vegetable ...

Add the butter. With the mixer running ... Harvest the vanilla seeds. Use a small sharp knife to halve the vanilla bean lengthwise, pry open the halves, and use the knife to scrape the vanilla ...

Add a little more oil if needed. Stir in the butter beans, coconut milk, coriander and lime juice. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 5 minutes, stirring regularly. Season with salt and pepper ...

Invite friends round, or drop a few slices of this butter bean cake at their door, because this loaf was made for sharing. A citrussy, filling loaf with a wonderfully thick texture that should be ...

Drizzle with a little oil and the fennel seeds and roast for 30 minutes ... Reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes, or until soft. Add the beans and stock and heat through. Mash with the butter, ...