Soaking dried beans isn’t always necessary, since it saves little cooking time and can even diminish flavor in some varieties like black beans. Instead of soaking, a quick five- to 10-minute boil ...

Some people dismiss using dried beans in their recipes because they seem like too much trouble compared to the canned varieties even though they are much cheaper. However, I use dried beans all the ...

There are few things as comforting (and economical) as a big pot of beans. The entire process of slowly simmering legumes on the stovetop, from adding your seasonings to enjoying them warm from the ...

You don't always have to soak dried beans (that's not just us saying it, but the good folks at Camellia Beans), but if you have old beans or want to cut down on the cooking time, you might opt for ...

With the USDA’s emphasis a few years back on eating a more plant-based diet, Americans have begun to “rediscover” beans. Most people are familiar with the “grocery store” varieties such as pinto, navy ...