Step 1

Pick over your beans checking for any stones and rinse well

Step 2

And to large pot with 7 cups of water, salt, and kelp granules

Step 3

Bring beans to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for an hour and 15 minutes (until beans are almost tender)

Step 4

Add spices and kale. Cook for another 15 minutes or until kale and beans are tender

Step 5

Salt to taste. Serve with favorite starch and nutritional yeast or vegan parmesan.