The lima bean is also known as the butter bean because of its creamy texture and butter-like taste.

Brown Lentils are plumper but smaller than green lentils with a more earthy flavor. They hold their shape well but if overcooked they can become mushy.

Also known as Le Puy lentils. A delicate peppery flavoured lentils originating from Puy in France that are now grown in North America and Italy.They retain a firm texture after cooking, which makes them a good addition in salads and dishes where the whole bean is desired. They may take a little longer to cook. 

A very small split lentil most commonly used in Middle Eastern and Indian food dishes. They are a lovely salmon pink and turn golden when cooked. They cook up quickly as a result of being small and split. They are fairly soft so they work well to thicken soups and to make purees.