Rattlesnake Beans are a recent Pinto bean hybrid.
The beans are about 3/8 inch (95 mm) long, and are oval, but slightly blunt. They are beige-coloured with streaks of pinkish-brown.
Rattlesnake Beans look very similar to Pinto beans, except for these blunt ends.
When cooked, Rattlesnake Beans have a mild flavour and a fine texture.
Cooking Tips
Rattlesnake Beans are good for baked beans, casseroles, chili, dips, purées, refried beans, and soups.
Substitutes
Pink Beans, Pinto Beans, Red Kidney Beans.
Equivalents
1 cup, dry = 2 1/2 cups, cooked
Language Notes
The name Rattlesnake Beans comes from its pods, which are twisted.