They're cheap, they're tasty, and they store beautifully. Follow these tips to successfully store dried beans in your pantry or stockpile.
Difficulty: Easy
Time Required: 5 minutes or less
Here's How:
- Transfer your dried beans to a food-safe storage container with a tight sealing lid.
- Remove any broken beans or rocks that you notice.
- Place the container in a cool, dry place away from sunlight.
- For best results, use your beans within a year. They'll still be safe to eat after that date, but will dry out and take longer to soak and cook.
Tips:
- If your beans have been sitting in the pantry for a while, the US Dry Bean Council recommends adding 1/4 teaspoon of baking soda to the pot for every pound of beans when you cook them. This will help to soften them up
What You Need
- Dried beans
- Food-safe storage containers
