Yupik Organic Dark Red Kidney Beans are dried legumes! Once cooked, kidney beans are creamy in flavour and tender in texture; ideal for salads, soups, stews, chili, and more! For best cooking results: 1. Rinse & drain 2. Soak in unsalted water overnight 3. Drain, add to pot with fresh cold unsalted water, slowly bring to a boil until the beans are tender, 2 to 3 hours approximately.