Storing your beans
Canned beans should always be stored in cool cabinets away from appliances that produce heat. Dried beans should be stored in airtight containers and used within one year of purchase. The longer you keep the dry beans, the more moisture they lose. This means that older dry beans take longer to soak and cook compared to younger dry beans.
Re-use your pasta water
After boiling your pasta, cool the water and use it to water your house or garden plants. The used water contains nutrients that your plants will love and it helps you to save water.