How to soak black beans
It's almost always better to soak your own beans than to buy them canned. They taste better, and they're very easy to prepare.
WARNING
Soaking beans is important! Follow these directions so you don't get sick!
- Put beans into a pot.
- Rinse them, removing any rocks or other foreign objects.
- Cover with an inch or two of water.
- Let them soak overnight.
- Before cooking, discard the water.