Boiled White Beans With Butter And Pepper

Ingredients

• 1 lb small white beans
• Cold water
• Small pinch baking soda
• Hot water
• Salt
• Butter
• Pepper

Method

1. 1 Place beans in a saucepan with cold water to cover and a small pinch of baking soda. Simmer for a few minutes, then drain.
2. 2 Replace water with hot water and a little salt. Cook gently until tender, avoiding a hard boil.
3. 3 Drain the beans thoroughly. Serve with a liberal piece of butter and a dust of pepper.