Canned refried beans are an easy shortcut to a wholesome meal, and there are many options to choose from. We tried and ranked ...

but try to stay loyal to canned bean brands that sell beans that hold their shape, yet aren’t overly firm or dry. Not too much aquafaba. On the flip side, you don’t want them to be overloaded ...

The dried bean shortcuts in last week’s column show their value in a true baked bean recipe. Many modern recipes for “baked” ...