Throughout its history, Boston has been linked to beans. Surely the lowly legume is not the sort of association city forefathers would have sought when striving to cast their city's mark in the New World. But find each other they did -- as evidenced by the names Beantown, Boston baked beans, Beanpot Hockey Tourney and the Boston bean pot, among others.

It hasn't been until the 1900s, however, with its emphasis on healthy eating, that the homey image of a bubbling pot of beans has gained cache. Beans are of the moment, the very definition of what our food should be about -- carbohydrate and fiber rich. The fondue pots and huge electric skillets of earlier eras have been replaced by the traditional stoneware bean pot, the most potent image your kitchen can display to show that you are eating "right" for our times."

This super popular cookbook, written by Merilyn DeVos, multiplies many times your Official Boston Bean Pot investment, and brings in a return of over 75 delicious, delightful and delectable recipes for your enjoyment.