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Beans of many varieties are grown throughout Kenya. Among them are Black beans, Red kidney beans, Canadian Wonder, Rosecocc etc.
Nutritional Value
Dry beans supply protein for body tissues, energy for daily living and some vitamin B. They also contain mineral iron.
Once beans were extra-slow to prepare in home kitchens, but with the modern cooking methods beans take a short time to cook.
Beans are cheap to buy or to grow at home compared to other sources of protein.
In order to facilitate the cooking beans should be soaked and cooked in the same water to avoid loss of nutrients.
Storing
Dress the beans with the proper amount of storage grain pesticide. Beans should be stored off the floor in a dry, clean place, that is free from insects and rodents. Keep an opened bag of beans in some type of covered metal container.
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