Cannellini Beans Produced by: La Valletta in Umbria, Italy

Cannellini Beans from La Valletta in Umbria, Italy are glossy white, elongated dried beans with a tender texture, thin skin, and delicate flavor. Imported by Nicola's Marketplace, they cook into a firm yet creamy bean prized across central Italian cooking. A pantry staple for soups, sides, and salads.

At a glance

• Type: Dried cannellini (white kidney) beans
• Maker: La Valletta, via Nicola's Marketplace
• Origin: Umbria, Italy
• Texture: Tender, fine thin skin, creamy when cooked
• Attribute: Organic
• Best uses: Soups, purees, side dishes, salads

Best for

• Building hearty Italian soups and stews
• Pureeing into a thick paste finished with olive oil
• Serving as a contorno alongside steak, Florentine style
• Tossing with fresh vegetables in a bean salad
• Stocking the pantry with a premium Italian dried bean
• A thoughtful gift for fans of Italian home cooking

How to use

Soak the dried beans at least 12 hours or overnight, then simmer in plenty of water with aromatics until evenly cooked and creamy, about one hour. Drizzle the cooked beans with good olive oil for a simple, elegant side.

Flavor profile

Mild and delicate with a clean, slightly nutty taste and a creamy interior that readily takes on the flavor of olive oil, herbs, and aromatics.

About Nicola's Marketplace

Nicola's Marketplace sources authentic Italian pantry staples from regional producers like La Valletta in Umbria, bringing traditional ingredients to home kitchens.