We know that beans come from legumes, but are they technically seeds? The Short Answer Yes, all beans are a type of seed found in a legume. The Long Answer In the fairy tale Jack and the Beanstalk, Jack receives a bag of magic beans that he has to plant in the ground. From those […]
Are Coffee Beans Seeds?
Coffee is typically referred to as a bean in its un-ground state, but is that accurate? Is it really a seed? The Short Answer Yes, coffee beans are seeds. The Long Answer Ah, coffee. The nectar of the gods. From one little bean comes all of our pep and energy for the day. But, wait… […]
Is Quinoa a Grain?
Quinoa is a superfood that is taking the world by storm. But there is much debate as to whether it’s a grain.
