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Definition of cannellini bean

cannellini bean

Plural:cannellini beans
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1

A large, white kidney bean of Italian origin, widely used in Mediterranean cuisine for its smooth, meaty texture and nutty flavor.

Example

"She simmered the cannellini beans with garlic, fresh rosemary, and a drizzle of olive oil to make a traditional Tuscan side dish."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Frequently substituted with Great Northern or navy beans in recipes, though cannellini beans are notably larger, meatier, and retain their shape better during prolonged cooking.

• Nearby Words

cannae
canned
cannellini
cannellini bean
cannellini beans
cannelloni
canner

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Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Cannellini bean. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/cannellini-bean
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