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Our food editors think beans cook more evenly and hold their shape better with a long soak — which is why the ones in this recipe are soaked for 6 hours. But, you can use the following quick-soak method if you prefer: In a saucepan cover beans with cold water by 2 inches. Bring water to a boil and boil beans 2 minutes. Remove pan from heat and soak beans 1 hour.

Active time: 20 min Start to finish: 2 hr

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

The rack is best if roasted at a higher temperature than the other cuts and basted often. A rack should be served at once.

To accompany Fillet of Beef on Garlic Croutons.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Make these little cakes using four 10-ounce mini-bundt pans (not non-stick). Ten-ounce ramekins would also work.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

(Spiced Roast Chicken and Vegetables)