Handy Hints
Buying Beans
Buy beans that are firm, clean, whole and uniform in colour and size.

Washing & Sorting
Before soaking or cooking any peas, beans or lentils it is important to sort through them to remove any broken, discoloured or damaged legumes. After sorting, rinse them thoroughly in cold water.

Boiling
Do not hard boil the whole cooking time as this will tend to overcook the legumes and split the skins, reducing them to a mush. Taste test often to check for desired tenderness. To help prevent the water boiling over add a tablespoon of oil to the cooking water.

Adding Acid Ingredients
If your recipe requires acid ingredients (e.g. tomatoes, lemon) wait until the legumes are nearly cooked as the acids will slow down the cooking time and harden the skin.

Storage
Always store beans, peas & lentils in a cool, dry place.