Jack Miller

The cooking time for white beans depends on the method you choose, but as a general rule, they take anywhere from 45 minutes to 2 hours on the stovetop after soaking.   If you’re using a pressure cooker, that time drops dramatically to about 25 to 30 minutes, while a slow cooker can take 6 … Read more

How long to cook unsoaked pinto beans depends on your cooking method, but on the stovetop, you’re looking at about 2 to 2.5 hours of gentle simmering until they’re soft and creamy.   If you use a pressure cooker, that time drops dramatically to around 30 to 40 minutes.   A slow cooker will take … Read more

How long to cook unsoaked black beans in an Instant Pot is about 25 to 30 minutes at high pressure, plus natural release time.   That’s the short answer, and it’s honestly one of the best reasons to own an Instant Pot.   You don’t have to soak black beans overnight, and you still get … Read more

You can cook string beans on the stove in about 5 to 7 minutes if you like them crisp-tender.   If you prefer them softer, give them 8 to 10 minutes.   And if you’re working with fresh string beans, the total really depends on how you prep them and how you like them done. … Read more

You can roast string beans in the oven in about 15 to 20 minutes at 425°F.   Knowing how long to cook string beans in the oven really comes down to the texture you enjoy most.   If you like them crisp and snappy, pull them out closer to 15 minutes.   If you prefer … Read more