Red Kidney beans are given the name due to the resemblance of the human kidney in shape and colour. They are high in protein and fibre and provide an abundance of nutrients to a meal. They must be soaked overnight, drained and boiled before cooking. Due to their dense texture they go really well in vegetable chilli and as a topping for baked potatoes. They are best in simmered dishes where their flesh absorbs the flavours of the sauce.