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Beans: What type do I use and what do I use them for?
BEANS
Small red beans -- Chili, Chili Bean Soup
Black beans -- Spicy Beef & Beans, Black Beans with cheese & chips
Pintos -- Taco’s, Burritos, Taco Soup, Refried Beans
Navy Beans, also called Small White Beans -- Baked Beans, Navy Bean Soup with or without ham, Hearty Bean Soup
The above beans all require about 2 ½ to 3 hours of cooking time.
Others; Peas and Legumes:
Split peas -- Split Pea Soup with or without ham
Lentils -- Lentil Soup
Peas and Legumes both cook quickly. They require about 45 minutes of simmering time.
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