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Definition of cannellini beans

cannellini beans

Plural:cannellini beans
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A variety of large, kidney-shaped white beans (Phaseolus vulgaris) with a tender, creamy texture and mild, nutty flavor, widely used as a culinary legume in Italian soups, stews, and salads.

Example

"The recipe for traditional Tuscan minestrone calls for two cups of cooked cannellini beans simmered with rosemary and garlic."

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