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Definition of borlotti beans
borlotti beans
Plural:borlotti beans
• noun
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The edible seeds of an Italian cultivar of the common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris), having pale cream skin streaked or mottled with crimson and a rich, nutty flavor and creamy texture when cooked.
Example
"She simmered the fresh borlotti beans with rosemary, garlic, and olive oil to make a hearty Tuscan soup."
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Borlotti beans. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/borlotti-beans