Beans, Beans the Magical Fruit

The navy bean is a power packed ingredient that is a good source of dietary fiber, thiamine, magnesium, iron and many other detoxifying nutrients. They provide a slow-burning fuel for your day and help to balance blood sugar levels.

Which beans are best?

I like to buy bulk organic navy beans and prepare them from scratch. Many times beans in a can are soaked in unhealthy sodium content and other ingredients that are unpronounceable.

Preparing the beans…

1. Measure 2 cups of beans and rinse in a bowl until the water in clean; skimming off debris that floats to the top.
2. Add enough water to allow the beans to double.
3. Bring water to boil, cook for 2 minutes and let sit out until the pan cools then put in the fridge overnight.
4. Then rinse and repeat until water in clear.

Home-baked Beans

Batch Prepared Beans

4 Cups (filtered) Water

2 Organic Leeks

1 tsp Paprika

1 1/2 tsp Basil

1 Tbsp Organic Olive Oil/Safflower Oil

Salt and Pepper

Combine all ingredients and cook in a slow cooker for 5-6 Hours on HIGH and 10-12 Hours on LOW.

*This is usually a Saturday project for me. I like to keep an eye on it and add more water as needed. These beans are tasty and you can use them in a variety of ways.