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Prepared Black Turtle Beans Recipe

Ditch the expensive canned black beans! Make your own delicious, budget-friendly black turtle beans from scratch for a fraction of the cost. Perfect for Santa Fe-style dishes or as a healthier, flavorful substitute for refried beans. This recipe is tested and perfected for high-altitude cooking, ensuring perfectly tender beans every time. Save money and impress your taste buds!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 190 mins
Calories 264.9 kcal
Protein 32g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
Prepared Black Turtle Beans

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Ingredients for Prepared Black Turtle Beans

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How to Make Prepared Black Turtle Beans

  1. Rinse 1 cup of dried black turtle beans thoroughly under cold water.
  2. In a large pot or Dutch oven, combine the rinsed beans with 6 cups of water and 1 teaspoon of baking soda.
  3. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 120 minutes, or until the beans are tender but not mushy. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  4. After 120 minutes, add 1 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of cumin, and 1/4 teaspoon of chili powder (or more to taste).
  5. Continue to simmer for another 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
  6. Once the beans are cooked to your desired tenderness, drain any excess water and you're ready to enjoy! Use in your favorite recipes or mash for refried beans.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

81 g

Sugar

11g

Fat

1g

Carbs

16g

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Weeknight Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American Healthy Beans American Southwestern United States Low Fat Vegetarian Freezer Stove Top Dietary Low Cholesterol Low Saturated Fat Inexpensive Black Beans Low In Something Equipment Number Of Servings 4 Hours Or Less