Candied White Beans

Ingredients for Candied White Beans

• 2 cups raw cannellini beans
• 3 cups white sugar
• 4 cups water
• Powdered sugar, for coating

How to cook Candied White Beans

1. 1.Soak cannellini beans overnight, then drain and rinse well.
2. 2.Steam beans over boiling water for 45 minutes, until softened but still holding their shape.
3. 3.Bring sugar and water to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring until dissolved. Add beans, cover, and simmer on very low heat for 1 1/2 hours.
4. 4.Cool beans in syrup for 15 minutes, drain, and dry in one layer on a paper towel-lined rack until completely dry.
5. 5.Sift powdered sugar over the dried beans, turning gently to coat evenly.