Question about using dried beans versus canned for chili

My friend swore canned beans were cheaper, but I tracked costs for a month. A bag of dried pinto beans makes way more for half the price, you just have to plan ahead. Anyone have a good quick-soak method that doesn't take all day?

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leebrown21d ago

Oh man, your friend is living in the moment, but you're playing the long game lol. That quick soak method is solid, but honestly I just chuck the dried beans in a big pot of water before I go to bed. Wake up, drain them, and they're ready to cook. It's zero effort and you get that perfect texture for chili.

graymiller21d ago

Wait, you tracked costs for a whole month? That's some dedication. I mean, your friend is kinda right on the upfront price of a single can, but you nailed it on the total yield. A one pound bag of dried is like three cans worth of beans, easy. For a quick soak, I just boil them for two minutes, then take the pot off the heat and let it sit covered for an hour. Works every time.