Do you cook dried beans covered or uncovered?

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1. Do you cook dried beans covered or uncovered?
2. Should you cover pinto beans while cooking?
3. How do you cook beans so they are soft?
4. How can you tell if pinto beans are old?
5. What is good to fix with pinto beans?

Do you cook dried beans covered or uncovered?

TIP: DO NOT salt the water, as this can cause the beans to toughen. Skim off any scum that comes to the surface, and lower the heat to a simmer. Continue to cook uncovered until the beans are tender and add more water when needed to keep the beans covered. When cooking beans, always keep them at a simmer.

Should you cover pinto beans while cooking?

Fully cover the beans with water (at least 3 inches over the top of the beans) and set on the counter to soak for 8 hours or overnight. Drain and rinse the beans under cool water. (They will have doubled in size during the soaking process!)

How do you cook beans so they are soft?

Place beans in a large pot; cover with fresh water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer gently until beans are tender but firm. Most beans will cook in 45 minutes to 2 hours depending on the variety. Periodically, try a taste test or mash a bean against the side of the pot with a fork or spoon.

How can you tell if pinto beans are old?

Pinto beans are normally a pale-tan color. If they have dark blotches or mottled skin, or if there is any visible trace of mold on them, they should be discarded.

What is good to fix with pinto beans?

• Cornbread. If you want a delicious and filling meal, this southern classic is the way to go. ...
• Ham. When I serve brown beans with ham, I like to go all in by making it in a crock pot. ...
• Meatloaf. ...
• Fried Chicken. ...
• Mashed Potatoes. ...
• Mac and Cheese. ...
• Fried Okra. ...
• Fried Apples.