How To Prepare Dried Beans |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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Ingredients:
2 cups dried beans (lima, navy, or pinto) |
salt and pepper |
4 1/2 cups water |
Directions:
1. Regular Soak: Sort and wash beans; place in a Dutch oven or a large saucepan. Cover with water 2 inches above beans; let soak overnight. Drain beans well before cooking.
2. Quick Soak: Sort and wash beans; place in a Dutch oven. Cover with water 2 inches above beans; bring to a boil and cook 5 minutes. Remove from heat; let stand 1 hour. Drain well.
3. To Simmer: Combine soaked beans, seasoning, and water in a Dutch oven; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 2 1/2 hours or until beans are tender.
4. Other Cooking Methods: Bake after soaking.
5. Serving Suggestions: Lima and navy beans may be served with catsup, Drawn Butter, Lemon-Butter Sauce, or any sour cream sauce; pinto beans may be served with Basil Vinegar, Hot Pepper Sauce, or Mason County Relish.
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