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Recipes Nugget Markets Signature Recipes

Basic Beans

Prep time
5 minutes PT5M
Cook time
2½–3½ hours PT2½–3½H
Yield
3 cups
Difficulty
1 out of 5 on the difficulty scale
Four small piles of different kinds of dried beans Nugget Markets signature recipes

Add extra flavor to your beans of choice by simmering with aromatics like bay leaves, garlic, or whole spices tied in cheesecloth.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup dried beans
  • 4 cups water
  • Kosher salt, to taste

Preparation

Sort beans to remove any stones or debris, then rinse.

Place beans in a pot with water, bring to a boil, then reduce to a gentle simmer. Simmer for 2½–3½ hours, or until tender.

Season to taste with salt after cooking.