In article >,
"James Silverton" > wrote:

> Lynn wrote on Mon, 9 Mar 2009 12:32:16 -0700 (PDT):
>
> > The 2 minute boil is putting the beans im a fegular pot with
> > water to cover. Bring this to a boil and reduce heat to
> > mdium. Cook the beans for 2 minutes and remove from heat. Let
> > stand one hour. Drain 'em and transfer to your crock pot. You
> > add the rest of the ingredients and you're good to go.
>
> Have you tried adding a tablespoon of sodium bicarbonate (baking soda)
> before boiling? It really helps for lentils.

A tablespoon sounds like a lot. My memory tells me 1/8 teaspoon per
quart.

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Dan Abel
Petaluma, California USA