Madeira Beans are an oblong cranberry-type bean that is pinky brown with dark-brown mottlings.
When cooked, Madeira Beans have a floury texture with a slightly-chestnut flavour.
Madeira Beans are popular in Italy and Portugal.
Substitutes
Cranberry Beans, dried Scarlet Runner Beans, Kidney Beans
Equivalents
1 pound (450 g) = 4 to 5 cups, cooked.
History Notes
Madeira Beans are native to South America. They first became popular in Portugal, then in Italy. Madeira Beans were first brought to North America by Portuguese and Italian immigrants.