Beans from scratch

Once you learn how to cook dried beans from scratch, you’ll want to say ‘goodbye’ to the canned stuff!

Cooking pinto beans from scratch is a great way to enjoy beans as a side dish or as a meatless main dish. They are so much cheaper than canned beans.

Learn how to make the best homemade Refried Beans on the stovetop, in the slow cooker or in a pressure cooker. This Refried Beans recipe made from scratch, delivers creamy, authentic tasting refried beans with just a handful of simple ingredients. #lemonblossoms #Mexican #sidedish #beans #crockpot #instantpot #authentic

Mexican black beans. Cook 4-5 chopped garlic cloves in olive oil on medium heat. Add two cans black beans (one drained, one not drained) and 2 tablespoons hot taco seasoning. Simmer 10 minutes or until ready to serve. Immediately before serving, stir in zest and juice of one lime.

Instant Pot black beans are a quick and convenient way to cook tender and flavorful black beans without the need for overnight soaking.

How to De-Gas Beans--a Complete Guide. What works and what doesn't. These bean de-gassing tips are simple and effective!

This Crock Pot Refried Beans recipe is the most flavor-packed, delicious, EASY way to make homemade refried beans!

Deliciously thick, sweet, smoky and savory, these from-scratch Old Fashioned Baked Beans are sure to be a hit at your next BBQ, picnic, potluck or family dinner!

If you have avoided cooking dry beans from scratch because "it takes too long," consider the actual "hands-on" time can be just minutes! All it takes is a little planning ahead for a time to soak the beans and a time to cook them. One pound (2 cups) of dry edible beans yields about 6 cups of cooked beans. If your recipe calls for one 15-ounce can of beans, use 1.75 cups of cooked beans, drained. There are two steps to cooking dry beans — soaking and cooking:

This foolproof recipe yields perfectly tender and delicious black beans. Make a pot and enjoy black beans all week! No need to soak the beans before using. Recipe yields 6 cups beans (the equivalent of 4 cans); you can freeze leftovers or cut the recipe in half.