Ageing Beans

[TurtleMama]

The past few times I've used my dry beans to cook with, I've noticed they are taking longer to cook and need a teaspoon or two of baking soda added to them to fully soften them up. So I'm thinking it's time to can them up and replace my dry beans with fresh dry stock.

 

Will the older beans soften fully during the canning process? Are they still safe to can even though they're taking longer to cook when I make them?

 

Thanks!!!

[Violet]

Sure, they are safe. Just be sure they are fully rehydrated before you can them. I like the quick soak method instead of overnight, but both work fine.

 

Usually I think homecanned beans are too soft, so these would probably be better canned anyway.

[CrabGrassAcres]

I like the older beans for canning better than the fresher ones too, as long as you soak them first.

[TurtleMama]

 

Thank you, ladies!!! I am always so grateful for the information and confidence that I get here!

 

Think I'll be a-cannin' tomorrow!