Stu's bean mix would be great for baked beans. They are a dense, meaty bean that is also great for chili, soup, and stews because they won’t fall apart. Stuart says it makes a great soup mix. "Unlike other soup mixes, where the beans don’t quite cook at the same time, these ones should because they came out of the same pod." These beans will not become super tender like a pinto bean might, so be sure not to overcook them. They are ready when they are soft to the bite.