Method II. Soak beans overnight. Dry thoroughly and roll in melted fat. Spread in a shallow pan and roast in a moderate oven (350° F.) until browned. Sprinkle with salt while still warm.
Sprouting Dry Soybeans
"Soybeans, like mung beans, can be sprouted in a flower pot, a sink strainer, or any container that has holes in it for drainage and can be covered. Be sure the container is large enough, for the beans swell to at least six times their original bulk as they sprout. Soak overnight, and next morning put the beans in the container, cover, and leave them in a warm place. Flood with lukewarm water at least four or five times each day during the sprouting period. In 4 to 6 days the sprouts will be 2 to 3 inches long. Then they should be kept in a cool place, just as any fresh vegetable." (U.S.D.A. Leaflet No. 166, Soybeans for the Table.)
Some authorities are recommending the use of chlorinated lime (calcium hypochlorite) during the sprouting period to discourage the growth of mold and bacteria. The amounts suggested range from ½ to 1 t per gallon of water. This chlorinated water should be used for the last sprinkling each day, and at other times plain water should be used. It has also been found that the soybeans should be kept away from the light while sprouting or they will develop an undesirable color. The first requisite for soybeans to be sprouted is a variety that will germinate readily.
[Handwritten note:
green baked ones
are delicious too.
bake as dry ones
only no soaking or pre cooking is needed.]
Illinois Baked Soybeans
3 c cooked soybeans
3/8 t mustard
1 t salt
1/8 t pepper
3 T molasses
½ c boiling water
½ c chili sauce
¼ lb diced salt pork
Combine thoroughly, in a baking dish, all the ingredients except salt pork. Cook the salt pork in a frying pan until delicately browned. Add the melted fat to the beans and place the squares of pork on top. Bake at 350° for 1¾ to 2 hours.
Baked Soybeans Croquettes
2 T minced onion
1½ c celery, diced
1½ t salt
1 c tomato puree
5 T flour
2 T fat
3 c soybean pulp (cooked and ground)