How to Cook Gigante Beans

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Sort and rinse the beans.

   Pour the package (or whatever amount you’re using) of gigante beans onto a pan or towel.
   
   Sort through them and pick out any broken beans and throw out stones and/or debris.
   
   Then, rinse the beans in cold water., Put the beans into a large bowl.
   
   Cover the beans with two or three inches of cool water.
   
   Allow the beans to soak for at least eight hours or overnight.If your kitchen gets warm, store the beans in the refrigerator to avoid fermentation. , Once the beans are done soaking, rinse them again in cool water.
   
   Then, drain all of the water out of the bowl.
   
   They are now ready for cooking., Transfer the beans from the large bowl to a large pot on the stove.
   
   Cover the beans with about four inches of fresh water., Then, reduce the heat.
   
   Allow the beans to simmer for 60 to 90 minutes.
   
   The beans should be tender when they are finished., You can serve the beans as a side, or add them into a meal.
   
   Gigante beans pair well with chicken and seafood.
   
   They mix well with soups and marinated salads.
   
   You can store the leftover beans in the refrigerator for up to five days.
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   Step 2: Soak overnight.

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   Step 3: Rinse and drain the beans.

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   Step 4: Combine the beans and water in a large pot.

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   Step 5: Boil the water for about three minutes.

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   Step 6: Serve the gigante beans.

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