General dry beans

1. Overnight soak: Cover beans with water and soak 8-12 hours
   • Quick soak: Boil beans in water for 2 minutes, then remove from heat and soak for 1 hour.
2. Drain and Rinse
3. Boil 3 cups water to 1 cup beans for 90 minutes (15 minutes less for black beans)
4. Add salt or acid (vinegar, tomatoes) to avoid beans toughening
5. Drain beans
6. 5 day fridge life

Add Garlic, onion, bay leaves, herbs for taste