The Fruitguys’ Tips: How To Cook Dry Beans

• Sort beans, discard discolored/shriveled beans and any foreign matter, and rinse.
• Bring 1 cup beans and 5 cups water to a boil for 3 minutes, remove from heat, cover, and leave to soak overnight.

To Cook:

• Drain, rinse, and return beans to pot, adding 3 cups of water for each cup of soaked beans.
• Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer uncovered until tender, 45 to 90 minutes, checking periodically.
• When done, drain and use in salads, soups, and other recipes.