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Cooked Beans

Cooked Beans

Cost $2, save $10

Source: Recommended by CookPal

  • 60 Min
  • 6 Servings
  • $2

INGREDIENTS

  • Main

    • 1 cup dried beans
    • 💧 10 cups water

STEPS

1

Wash hands with soap and water.

2

Rinse dried beans thoroughly to remove dirt and debris.

3

Place beans in a large pot and add 10 cups of water.

4

Bring the water and beans to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer.

5

Cook beans gently, stirring very little to avoid breaking them.

6

Taste-test beans often to check for desired tenderness.

7

For acidic ingredients like tomatoes or lemon juice, add them at the final stage to avoid slowing the cooking process.

8

Optional: Add minced onion, garlic, diced carrots, celery, chopped tomatoes, or cooked meat during the last half hour of cooking.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

106

Calories

  • 7
    Protein
  • 19
    Carbs
  • 0
    Fats

💡 Soaking beans overnight can reduce cooking time and improve digestion.Add salt only after the beans are fully cooked to avoid tough textures.Cooked beans can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.