Cool BEANS

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Slow-Cooker Beans: The Master Recipe

MAKES 7 TO 8 CUPS. HANDS.ON TIME: 10 MINUTES. TOTAL TIME: 5 TO 9 HOURS (DEPENDING ON TYPE OF BEAN).

Effortlessly whip up a large batch of your favorite beans to have on hand for a variety of quick and easy fiber-rich meals. You can add onion and garlic to the beans for extra flavor, but it’s not necessary if you’re pressed for time. Start checking the beans at the early end of the suggested cook time – they should be plump with a creamy texture and have no chalkiness when you bite into them.

dry beans, picked over and rinsed (NOTE: If using kidney or cannellini beans, first cook in a saucepan of boiling water for 10 to 15 minutes; drain,