Gigantes Plaki Never Got Soft

[nadellii]

I soaked the gigantes beans overnight then changed the water. I then added them to a pot, filled the pot with water with a pinch of sea salt, brought them to a boil, and simmered them for almost two hours. I drained the water then proceeded to make the rest of the dish.

The beans never fully got soft. I have to add that I have no idea how long the beans were in my pantry. I didn't buy them as far as I know, but then again if I did buy them it was so long ago I don't remember.

Could I have just used beans that were far too old or did I genuinely do something wrong?

 

[Rhea]

Your beans were too old. After soaking overnight and simmering for two hours they should definitely be perfect!

 

[Luana]

Beans too old is my thought too. They should be tender.

 

[Dionasia]

I always put mi e in a pressure cooker then bake in seasoned tomatoe sauce in the oven

 

[nadellii]

Okay, I think they are too old too. I have some left from that batch and I will try putting them in the pressure cooker. If this doesn't work, I will throw away what is left. Thanks!

 

[k_tsoukalas]

I vote that the beans were too old, as well. Even if you just bought them, who knows how long they have been sitting around at a warehouse or on the shelf!