A simple trick with dried beans that saves me about $40 a year

I see a lot of folks skip soaking beans because they think it takes too long. The key is you don't need to soak them overnight. I put 2 cups of dried pintos in a pot, cover them with boiling water from a kettle, and let them sit for just one hour. They cook much faster after that, which cuts my gas bill. Does anyone else have a quick soak method they like?

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thomas_gonzalez21d ago

You can skip soaking entirely if you have a pressure cooker. I just rinse the beans, cover them with water, and cook on high pressure for about 30 minutes. It uses way less energy than simmering for hours on the stove.

harper_wright21d ago

Yeah, I read that skipping the soak can sometimes lead to less even cooking. The skins might stay a bit tougher in my experience. Still, the time and energy saved is pretty hard to argue with.