I have a bag (not airtight) of dry pinto beans. Says best by May of 09. Any thoughts on cooking them?
old dry pinto beans
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Dont risk your health for a $1 bag of beans.
Originally Posted By: joaks
I have a bag (not airtight) of dry pinto beans. Says best by May of 09. Any thoughts on cooking them?
No problem.
That expiry refers to flavor and texture, not safety. You may or may not notice any flavor/texture difference if you're putting them in chili, but you might if you eat them on their own.
Soak them for a few hours, then skim off the floaty ones. The rest will be fine. Cook away.
I LOVE beans. What are you making?
I have a bag (not airtight) of dry pinto beans. Says best by May of 09. Any thoughts on cooking them?
No problem.
That expiry refers to flavor and texture, not safety. You may or may not notice any flavor/texture difference if you're putting them in chili, but you might if you eat them on their own.
Soak them for a few hours, then skim off the floaty ones. The rest will be fine. Cook away.
I LOVE beans. What are you making?
Gee I can remember when food did not have a best by or use by date on it.....
Everyone did canning and little was bought in a store.
Good old days!
Everyone did canning and little was bought in a store.
Good old days!
Not sure what to be used for yet! Maybe mexican or soup. Maybe mexican soup *shrugs*.
Originally Posted By: SrDriver
Gee I can remember when food did not have a best by or use by date on it.....
I remember that, too. You looked at it, smelled it, felt it, tried to remember when you bought it. If it passed those tests, it was probably OK.
We deal with some food and cosmetic products in my industry, and you'd be surprised how approximate those "Best Before" dates really are: Eggs are usually perfectly good three weeks after expiry; chocolate, usually six months past expiry; skin-care products, usually three to six months. The "Best Before" date is basically a guarantee of a satisfactory experience. You're just more likely to encounter stale product after expiry than before.
Gee I can remember when food did not have a best by or use by date on it.....
I remember that, too. You looked at it, smelled it, felt it, tried to remember when you bought it. If it passed those tests, it was probably OK.
We deal with some food and cosmetic products in my industry, and you'd be surprised how approximate those "Best Before" dates really are: Eggs are usually perfectly good three weeks after expiry; chocolate, usually six months past expiry; skin-care products, usually three to six months. The "Best Before" date is basically a guarantee of a satisfactory experience. You're just more likely to encounter stale product after expiry than before.
tpitcher, you should avoid using plastic chopstick to cook. It can melt in high temperature and isn't good for you. Try bamboo or wood chopstick instead.
Originally Posted By: PandaBear
tpitcher, you should avoid using plastic chopstick to cook. It can melt in high temperature and isn't good for you. Try bamboo or wood chopstick instead.
Yes, we know. Her Sister JUST borrowed them and this is the only time using those. Thanks for the concern...
tpitcher, you should avoid using plastic chopstick to cook. It can melt in high temperature and isn't good for you. Try bamboo or wood chopstick instead.
Yes, we know. Her Sister JUST borrowed them and this is the only time using those. Thanks for the concern...
You're calling it Bean Sprout ? The Asian grocery stores in So Cal call it Mung Bean.
I don't like plastic chopstick, it's too slick. Wood or bamboo chopsticks are better and cheaper too.
I don't like plastic chopstick, it's too slick. Wood or bamboo chopsticks are better and cheaper too.
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