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    why won't my dry beans soften up, even after soaking overnight?

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    Try adding a little bi-carb soda, (bicarbonate of soda) that will soften anything, including tough meat

    have you tried warming them up?

    kdub43

    yes, I follow the directions on the bag, bring to boil for a few minutes, the soak overnight, I have not added salt or acids because I read those can keep them from softening. Then I crock pot cook again with fresh water.


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