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63. I always pick through them for stones or hulls

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Tue Nov 4, 2025, 01:17 PM

Nov 2025

I soak my beans overnight then crockpot during the day, so easy

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Cooking beans from their dry state is even cheaper questionseverything Nov 2025 #1

Instant pot or other pressure cookers are great for dry beans IronLionZion Nov 2025 #16

I always pick through them for stones or hulls questionseverything Nov 2025 #63

Yes, and healthier. Beacool Nov 2025 #80

A few of my favorite bean meals..... FarPoint Nov 2025 #2

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I make very nutritious soups with ground chicken, turkey, or very lean beef SheltieLover Nov 2025 #4

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I have some red lentils ready for the pot. peacebuzzard Nov 2025 #8

I've found the red lentils break down easily... MiHale Nov 2025 #11

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Moosewood - one the favorite cookbooks in my family - three sisters and myself. erronis Nov 2025 #64

Lentils done with Indian seasonings..... cannot be beat! Attilatheblond Nov 2025 #19

Curry? That is the first thing that comes to mind. peacebuzzard Nov 2025 #24

Not curry so much Attilatheblond Nov 2025 #30

I am making a new list for my next shopping trip. peacebuzzard Nov 2025 #36

LOL. I can't spell for beans! Attilatheblond Nov 2025 #39

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Made red lentil soup with sweet potatoes MagickMuffin Nov 2025 #71

I cook beans a lot Woodwizard Nov 2025 #6

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Cook a pot of beans, then divide into smaller freezer dishes if you have freezer space to spare Attilatheblond Nov 2025 #33

that is exactly what I do. peacebuzzard Nov 2025 #37

Except - you need to eat way more beans than meat to get the protein womanofthehills Nov 2025 #74

I give taurine to my cat who has heart problems peacebuzzard Nov 2025 #76

Even better moonrise november Nov 2025 #9

This sounds very good Jilly_in_VA Nov 2025 #10

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And if you need convenience food... Trueblue Texan Nov 2025 #34

blackeyed peas! not just for New Years Day anymore. peacebuzzard Nov 2025 #38

Here is a GREAT lentils recipe jmbar2 Nov 2025 #14

Mujadara! quite a show!!! made my mouth water! peacebuzzard Nov 2025 #32

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Mujadara is to die for! GoCubsGo Nov 2025 #70

Terrific at lowering cholesterol - dense bean salad. Time saver too. lostnfound Nov 2025 #15

wow alone on the cholesterol LDL reduction. I didnt know that one! peacebuzzard Nov 2025 #44

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I support everything you said. Thank you. Biophilic Nov 2025 #21

I agree with what you say... Trueblue Texan Nov 2025 #26

Put some tomato sauce, brown sugar, and mustard... Trueblue Texan Nov 2025 #29

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Thise ham bones aren't free anymore MerryBlooms Nov 2025 #69

I had to think about your post for awhile since I didn't understand the "hammocks" thing. llmart Nov 2025 #82

We eat beans/legumes daily Trueblue Texan Nov 2025 #22

First thing my mom taught me was grilled cheese & tomato soup. JohnnyRingo Nov 2025 #23

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a dollar and a functioning kitchen. peacebuzzard Nov 2025 #48

That is ForgedCrank Nov 2025 #50

For sure. peacebuzzard Nov 2025 #55

Why cure it? Live with it and love it. You'll also find out who really loves you! erronis Nov 2025 #68

My critters always love me peacebuzzard Nov 2025 #77

Just bought canned beans 2 days ago for chili lageorgia Nov 2025 #31

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Gatsby parties new ballroom on one side; beans for the masses. peacebuzzard Nov 2025 #49

yes, beans are yummy and nutritious... markie Nov 2025 #42

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I eat a lot of beans get the red out Nov 2025 #47

Canned beans are incredibly high in sodium. marybourg Nov 2025 #51

I buy the no salt version of canned beans. peacebuzzard Nov 2025 #56

I've never seen "no salt" claims, only "low" or "lower salt", which are still marybourg Nov 2025 #58

I did mean to state low salt/ low sodium. peacebuzzard Nov 2025 #59

Thanks. It looks like the lower or low sodium beans are actually lower in sodium. marybourg Nov 2025 #73

I do not know where you live Lurker Deluxe Nov 2025 #66

We don't seem to have H -E- B stores here in Arizona. marybourg Nov 2025 #72

Tomato has a no salt version in cans peacebuzzard Nov 2025 #81

I love ranch-style beans w/jalapenos over rice and a piece of pita bread....yummy! walkingman Nov 2025 #52

My parents had more children than they could comfortably support. hunter Nov 2025 #54

I hope the dream you state in your closing paragraph can someday be true - around the world. erronis Nov 2025 #78

Even better: dried beans. marble falls Nov 2025 #57

When we have to eat canned beans, and billionaires can bankrupt entire continents... Initech Nov 2025 #60

+1 leftstreet Nov 2025 #62

I buy dry beans, etc. from Palouse in WA as shipping is free. GreenWave Nov 2025 #61

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You're welcome! GreenWave Nov 2025 #75

The Palouse - beautiful land erronis Nov 2025 #79