Category: Soups and Stews
Yields:
8 Servings
Difficulty: Medium
Prep Time: 15 Mins
Cook Time:
6 Hr 40 Mins
Total Time:
6 Hr 55 Mins
She got this recipe from her mother, Grandma White. This was a Saturday staple when we were growing up.
*This recipe involves overnight soaking, which is not included in the total time.
Ingredients
Adjust Servings
Instructions
- Look over the beans, wash and soak overnight covered with water.
- The next morning, add baking soda and parboil in same water until skins loosen, about 40 minutes. Skim foam off occasionally. Drain in colander.
- Return to pot and cover with water and add other ingredients. Taste to correct seasoning.
- Bake at 325° for 5-6 hours. Stir in a little water if it starts looking dry on top.
Notes
Instead of the overnight soak, you can cover the beans with water, bring to a boil for 2 minutes, then let sit for an hour before proceeding with the recipe.