Discard the water and rinse beans. In a large saucepan, bring 1 cups water and vegetable or chicken broth to a boil. Add soaked pinto beans, lentils, barley, onions, carrots, celery, potatoes, tomato paste, and white pepper. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes. U.S. Department of Agriculture For sale by the Superintendent of Documents, Government Printing Office.
Dry beans are an economical source of protein compared to meat and other meat alternates.
This helps modify toxins that can cause stomach cramps, nausea and diarrhea. Add a teaspoon of vegetable oil to prevent foaming. Do not add acidic products such as tomatoes, lemon juice or vinegar when cooking as this slows the softening process.