Place the beans in a large pot, and cover with water. Bring to a boil and cook, uncovered, for just a minute or two. You aren't cooking the beans at this stage—just bringing them up to temperature.

Beans are a hugely important part of our culinary world, serving as a staple ingredient for a wealth of cuisines. However, buying a bag of dried beans can be intimidating and lead to a tedious task in ...

The following excerpt is from Angi Schneider’s new book Pressure Canning for Beginners and Beyond (Page Street Publishing, October 2021) and is reprinted with permission from the publisher. To Soak or ...

Beans are an inexpensive ingredient, but often need soaking and boiling. Throw them in the slow cooker in the morning and by the time you get home they'll be ready to eat. We've covered how to quick ...