I'm new to the bean game but I want to look like this: :cool-bean:
What's the easiest way to prepare dried beans? I've done it on the stove but it took hours and didn't come out very good, and I'd love to not shell out for a pressure cooker if I don't have to. Might wind up doing it anyway but wondering what pro tips comrades might have
I do submerged, like pasta, and drain the water if needed for the recipe. For the boil step, I'll at least add some salt. I usually don't do more seasoning right in the boiling water, unless I'm not draining the water (like if I'm making soup or stew).
If you want them extra, uh, not wet, you can cook them in the oven afterwards. That style of 'roasted beans' is great as just a salad topping, where you roast them enough they split and get just a bit crunchy again.