How to Cook Dried Beans

Smitha Haneef, assistant vice president, University Services

Recipe Notes

You can season the beans with salt and pepper or add to any dish that you are preparing such as a snack, salad, or stew.
Preparation Time: 8 Hours or Overnight
Cooking Time: 1 hour
 

Directions

1. Soak 1 cup of dried beans in 10 cups of water overnight or for 8 hours.
2. Drain and rinse the soaked beans.
3. Place in a sauce pan, add 6 cups of water, cook for 1 hour on medium flame, add an additional cup of water if needed.
4. Drain, cool, and serve.