what are borlotti beans like
Borlotti beans: Borlotti beans, also known as cranberry beans or French horticultural beans, are off-white beans with red markings.When you can find them fresh they come in large beige and red pods with colors that resemble the dried beans. In the shell the borlotti's bright colored pods make a festive table accent.ried borlotti can be soaked overnight and the simmered under water or stock with vegetables and or meats. When cooked the beans will lose some of their bright markings and turn a light brown color.