Beans, beans, beans

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I always used to use those for bean soup for our family reunion. About 10 years ago, I made it and the beans were still crunchy!  First time I had that problem. I had to throw it all out (20 quarts) and start all over again, yet only had 1 day until the reunion, ran out and bought canned beans. Worked. Now I use canned beans instead.

Never knew what happened, but I'd rather use dried beans because of the cost and shelf life.

does anyone dip their c. beans in baking chocolate for snacks?  I heard you can do this, but wondered if they are real hard, too strong or just plain tasty this way???

But I am very happy that you found something strong enough - I guess espresso should do it.  I have only had espresso once myself and it was bitter, but I understand that making it correctly is a kind of an art form.

I don't think I have had Cuban coffee, but I'll sure keep my eyes peeled for it.  I love to try new things.

Sometimes I go to the grocery store and buy Colombian beans (I love Colombian coffee, among many others) to grind - Brothers brand is really good, believe it or not. 

Also, in Dunkin Donuts while you're buying a nice cup of their coffee, they sell beans, their beans - and they had a sale - buy 1 pound, get the next one like half price.....I cannot remember, as it was a couple of months ago...but I bought 2 pounds and still have one in the fridge to grind.

I NEVER grind in the store.  I have a little $30 grinder I picked up somewhere - Target?  Wal-Mart?  Can't remember that either.....but I grind a container full (like a week's worth) at one time.  You can do more or less - it's personal choice there, or you can grind daily - it's that simple a thing.

But I'll tell you the truth - no matter that I'm grinding Dunkin Donuts beans - it NEVER tastes as good as buying it at their store... I don't know what it is - I use Half N Half (like they do) and it still pales in comparison to the ready-made Dunkin Donuts coffee in their store...

could just be a psychological thing here going on in my head about that.........*lol* 

Happy Java hunting :)