Is it the season? Or perhaps the end of the season? Cos, we (or I?) am suddenly getting "Tough beans" again. Maybe they're getting passed their sell-by date :)


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Re: Tough beans again?
by shmem (Chancellor) on Nov 10, 2015 at 19:56 UTC

    Tough beans is what you usually get if you let beans swelling in calcareous water, before cooking. With such water, it is better cooking them directly.

    perl -le'print map{pack c,($-++?1:13)+ord}split//,ESEL'
Re: Tough beans again?
by stevieb (Canon) on Nov 10, 2015 at 22:55 UTC
    "Again" in the title suggests past experiences. Can you provide a reference for us forgetfull monks?