Kind of bean that pairs well with a nice Chianti, per Hannibal Lecter NYT Crossword Clue

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2 ? A
3 ? V
4 ? A
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      Think of a legume that might be the favorite of a certain cultured connoisseur with a taste for the dramatic.

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      A ???? bean is a type of large, flat, edible bean often used in Mediterranean cuisine.

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      The clue references Hannibal Lecter, a fictional character from 'The Silence of the Lambs,' who famously mentions enjoying ???? beans with a nice Chianti. This cultural reference points directly to the type of bean mentioned in the movie.

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      The answer to “Kind of bean that pairs well with a nice Chianti, per Hannibal Lecter” in the New York Times puzzle November 5 2025 is FAVA. Quite straight and simple! Complete your daily NYT Mini challenge with this solution.

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