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Beans are a great addition to many home cooked meals. These fiber packed goodies are cheap in price and offer good nutritional value. However, if beans are not prepared properly they can cause some intestinal discomfort and may take a bit longer to cook. These issues are usually resolved by soaking the beans before cooking. But this begs the question – how long should you soak your beans and how long is too long? Learn the best ways to soak beans based on how much time you have before…

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a metal bowl filled with black and white beans

While reflecting on the past year and dreaming of all the goals I would like to accomplish, and then it hits me, I forgot to soak the beans overnight. No worries, I can use the quick soak method and have the beans ready to cook in an hour. Reduce heat and simmer for one

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This is a supremely simple method for turning dried black beans into creamy cooked ones. You can add the step of soaking in advance if you prefer, as it will speed up the process. Know that cooking time can vary considerably, so keep an eye on the pot as they approach doneness.

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