Beans with Herbs
2 cups beans
water or stock to cover the beans completely
4 smashed, peeled cloves of garlic
1 large bay leaf
1/2 to 1 teaspoon dried herbs such as sage, oregano, thyme, and
tarragon, OR 1 tablespoon Spicy Island Bean Blend
1-2 teaspoons fine sea salt, to your taste
Place the pre-soaked beans in the pot and add enough water or broth to
completely cover the beans. Add the seasonings, but hold the salt until
done. Bring to high pressure, regulate the heat to keep it steady, and
time the beans according to the type of beans being used. Most seem to
take 6-10 minutes if pre-soaked, and 20-25 if not soaked. Use a natural
pressure release of about 10 minutes, if time permits. Add salt, adjust
other seasonings, and serve as desired. |
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