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 ...

This summer, when up biking, hiking, camping or driving in our magnificent mountains, you’ll see hundreds, if not thousands, of beautiful lupines. This member of the pea family (the fabaceae, also ...

Serve and Enjoy Red speckled beans can be served with rice, pap, bread, or mashed potatoes. They also pair well with stews, ...

It's an age-old dilemma and a point of hot debate: to soak or not to soak? Here's what the experts say. Simply Recipes / Sally Vargas Even as a culinary professional and avid home cook, there’s ...

Is it true that you shouldn't add salt to beans when they are cooking because it will make them tough? Do you need to soak beans before cooking? No and no. Adding salt to cooking beans will have no ...

Navy beans are the star of this hearty and comforting Slow Cooker Navy Bean Soup, perfect for an easy, satisfying meal. This classic Navy Bean and Ham Soup simmers low and slow, allowing the tender ...

Cooking beans doesn’t have to be stressful, time-consuming, or gas-consuming. Beans is famous for causing gas [Daddy'sNom] Beans are delicious and healthy, but cooking them can be a headache! If ...