I just did a blog about the bean varieties that I grew this year.
Nicky's Garden
I ended up with 21 different types squashed into my garden. If you are trying to cut down on your bean varieties don't read the blog. I will be adding more beds next year.
My favourites were Rattlesnake, Gold of Bacau & Carolina Greasy for fresh eating. I haven't cooked the dried beans yet, but Jacob's Cattle was a stand out in that it dried on the plant VERY early this year.
Cheers