30 Reviews of Basic Dried Beans

From: emily hauer

On Jan 28, 2006

This is brilliant! For some reason I never thought of freezing cooked beans. And since I rarely plan my meals ahead of time, I always end up using canned beans. However, there is no truth to the rumor about salt slowing the cooking process. And beans taste so much better if there's some salt in the cooking water.

From: landlocked #2

On Oct 22, 2006

Thank your for posting this recipe. I always thought making basic beans was more difficult tha it is. I made them using the HOT SOAK method, and tbey came out perfect! I don't have as much time to make them today, so I am going to try the QUICK SOAK method.

From: grace chang

On May 24, 2006

These instructions really helped. The gas free soak seemed to make a difference.

From: SF in SF

On Mar 12, 2006

Thank you very much! This is my second time cooking dried beans using your instructions! You've taken 'the mystery' out of dried beans! No more cans for me! Fantastic!

From: BeckyF

On Apr 5, 2004

This recipe gives all the different ways that can be used for preparing dry beans. I used it to make a Black Bean recipe and it does really help. Thank you Tish.

From: airdriegirl

On Nov 2, 2003

This recipe was exactly what I've been searching for. Back to the basics! It is a good way to start working with beans, while keeping costs down. Thank you!

From: Kat

On Jul 8, 2003

Great explanations for a beginner. I like beans, but haven't really made them before. This is exactly what I'm looking for. Why buy canned beans when dried beans cost you pennies - plus you can easily mix and match!

From: girarddj

On Nov 16, 2005

This has been a great help as I have started using more dry beans in my cooking. The instructions cover everything I need to know.

From: karen in tbay

On Feb 22, 2004

Thanks for the bean basics - I have jars of beans that I never cook just because I'm not sure what to do. I had bought a variety of dried beans for jar soup gifts but now I can cook some for myself.

From: Houmous Monster

On Feb 9, 2006

Very useful. The Gas-Free Soak makes a big difference! Great reminder and handy all in one place.