Dry Beans!

Tip of the day-Dry Beans! I know, I know, they give you gas. Well, the most economical way to buy beans to get dry. By doing so, you have the upper hand. Say you want refried beans with your tacos tomorrow night. Before you head to bed, put the desired amount of beans in a bowl covered by several inches of water. In the morning, throw out the soaking water, put the beans in the crock pot, and cover with another couple of inches of water. By throwing out the soaking water you have actually thrown out a lot of the gas producing enzyme.

Converting recipes that call for canned beans for dry is easy. I use 4oz of dry beans for every 1 can. If you dont have a kitchen scale then just remember that 1 lb is 16 oz!