Ten Way Bean Blend (large 1 lb 2 oz zipper pack)

This ten bean blend includes a colorful mix of beans in colors of black, forest green, yellow, reddish-brown, beige, and brown. It is a very versatile product that can be used in your favorite bean recipes whether it's soup, cold bean salads, or casseroles. To prepare them soak overnight. Rinse and place in a large pot and cover with fresh water. Bring water to a boil for 3 minutes, reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 2 hours until tender.One cup dry yields 2-1/4 cups cooked. This blend contains:

• black turtle beans
• light red kidney beans
• Canary Mayacoba Beans
• Appaloosa Beans
• Flageolet Beans
• Cranberry (Borlotti) Beans
• Jacob's Cattle Trout Beans
• Blackeye Peas (Beans)
• French Navy Beans
• Cannellini Beans

Use this combination in any recipe calling for beans or in one of the recipes found in the link below.  Use the "quick soak" method to make beans or bean soups in a hurry.

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Ten Bean Soup With Turkey Sausage Recipe 1 Lb 10 Bean Blend 1 Lb Turkey Italian Sausage, Sliced Into 1 In Pieces 1 Large Onion, Diced 1 Green Bell Pepper, Diced 1 Red Bell Pepper, Diced 4 Cloves Garlic, Minced 1 12 Ounce Can Diced Tomatoes 1 6 Ounce Can Tomato Sauce 1/4 Teaspoon Hot Red Pepper Flakes 2 Bay Leaves 1/4 Teaspoon Fresh Ground Black Pepper 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil 8 Cups Water Or Chicken Stock In a stock pot, saute onion and sausage in olive oil until sausage is lightly browned. Add garlic and bell peppers. Saute an additional 2 minutes. Add remaining ingredients and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a low simmer. Cover and cook for 2 to 3 hours, until beans are tender, stirring occasionally.Serve with grated parmesan cheese and crusty Italian bread.