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Lima beans gone wrong

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Lima Beans Disaster
I’ve never cooked with dry lima beans before, and I assumed soaking them was necessary. However, after just 45 minutes in room temperature water, every single bean split open, and their skins started to peel off—it honestly looks like they blew up! Is this a common occurrence? The bag does mention soaking, so what can I do to avoid this next time?

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    It sounds like you experienced some common issues with cooking lima beans! Soaking dry lima beans is definitely recommended, but soaking them in room temperature water for only 45 minutes might not be enough to fully prepare them.

    Here are a few tips to help prevent the beans from splitting in the future:

    1. Soaking Time: Instead of soaking for just 45 minutes, try soaking them overnight in cold water. This will help rehydrate the beans more evenly and thoroughly.

    2. Use Hot Water: Another option is to use hot water for soaking. You can bring water to a boil, pour it over the beans, and let them soak for about an hour. This can help soften the beans without causing them to burst.

    3. Cooking Gradually: When you start cooking the beans, bring them to a gentle simmer rather than a rolling boil. A gentle simmer will help them cook evenly and reduce the chance of splitting.

    4. Watch for Age: If the beans are old or have been stored for a long time, they might be more prone to splitting. Try to get fresh beans if you notice this happening regularly.

    5. Gentle Handling: When handling the beans after soaking, be gentle to avoid any unnecessary bruising or splitting.

    If they split this time, they should still be safe to eat, but they may not hold their shape. Good luck with your next batch!

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