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josephlapusata Oct 8, 2012 03:02 PM

To drain or not to drain, that is the question?

When making chili, do you hounds drain and wash your beans or do you just dump them in? I have done it both ways and, I really can't tell the difference.

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    Janet from Richmond Oct 8, 2012 04:19 PM

    I drain them and rinse. If I need additional liquid I'll use stock or beer (for chili).

    1. Ruthie789 Oct 8, 2012 04:09 PM

      I wash the beans, it is supposed to help the digestability of them. Lately have been seeing chefs on the food network not draining them however.

      1. todao Oct 8, 2012 03:32 PM

        Canned beans contain a lot of salt so straining and rinsing them allows you more control over the seasoning in your recipe.

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          josephlapusata Oct 8, 2012 03:11 PM

          Yes canned beans.

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            sandylc Oct 8, 2012 03:04 PM

            Are you talking about canned beans? If so, I always rinse them because the stuff on them is slimy and salty. I usually use dried ones, though. I cook them in water in a separate pot alongside my simmering chili, then throw them into the chili when they're done.

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