HOW TO COOK DRIED BEANS

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Cooking dry beans is easy, but there are a few different ways to do it, so we’re going to show you all of them!

1. inexpensive

They are a great way to get your protein without breaking the bank.

2. nutritious

 They contain essential vitamins and minerals.

3. meal prep 

You can cook a big batch of the legumes at the beginning of the week

WHY YOU'LL LOVE cooking with dried beans

beans cook time

STOVETOP – Pinto: 90-120 mins – Navy: 90-120 mins INSTANT POT – Pinto: 20-25 mins – Navy: 20-25 mins SLOW COOKER – Pinto: 4-6 hours – Navy: 6-8 hours

on stovetop

Add the beans to a pot of water and bring to a boil according to the cooking time. Let the beans simmer. Then, drain and add them to your recipe.

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instant pot

Add them to the Instant Pot then add enough water, then set on high pressure.Let the beans cook.  Once they’re done, you can use them in any recipe.

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slow cooker

Add them to the slow cooker then add enough broth or water to cover the beans, and then set the cooker on low.

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