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Originally Posted by Stitchawl
There is a good work-around if the beans will be in a strongly flavored sauce. Bring dry beans to a boil for five minutes, then cover and turn off the heat. Let sit for an hour. Pour off the water, add fresh water and cook as you normally would. Works! 
Stitchawl |
I do this all of the time. then when you start cooking again just keep the beans at a rapid boil. it'll work!