On Mon, 24 Oct 2005 13:36:02 -0400, A Ross >
wrote:

>In article >,
> LurfysMa > wrote:
>
>> >
>> >I am going to try your "recipe" for chiken soup the next time we have
>> >chicken. But right now, I have about 3/4 pound of leftover flank steak
>> >from a BBQ. Do you have a similar recipe for beef stew/soup with lots
>> >of veggies and a tomato base?
>>
>> PS: Especially using lentils or black beans. Can I just toss them in,
>> or do I need to boil them first?
>
>If you're using canned beans, just drain, rinse, and use. If using dry
>beans, soak overnight or cook first (two hours, I think) before using.

For my first try, I used dry lentils. I rinsed them in hot water
(instant hot -- maybe 180F?) and let them sit for 30 minutes while I
prepared everything else. Then into the pot with the carrots and
potatoes. Turned out OK.

>I've read that combining tomatoes or onions with beans that have not yet
>been softened is a no-no (prevents the hull from softening), but I don't
>know first hand.

Hmmm... A quick google search turned up nothing. I think I won;t worry
about it.

Thanks

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