Wednesday, November 4, 2009

Canning Dried Beans




Sort through the beans first and get rid of discolored and yucky ones. Be on the lookout for little rocks as well. Rinse. Quart jars need 1 cup dry beans, 1 tsp salt and boiling water to within 1/2 inch of top. Pints need 2/3 cup dry beans, 1/2 tsp salt and boiling water to within 1/2 inch of top. Process both sizes for 90 minutes at pressure for your altitude. Contact your local extension office if you are not sure what pressure to use.