Sprouts (Grow Your Own)

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   Pick over seeds/beans and throw away any debris and broken seeds/beans.

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   Place seeds/beans in clean jar and completely cover with water.

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   Soak for 6 to 8 hours.

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   Drain the soaking water off and use it as vitamin-laden plant food (or discard).

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   Add water again, shake and swish the jar, and pour off all the water.

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   Prop the jar in the sink for a few minutes to allow all the water to drain out.

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   When drained, shake the jar to distribute the seeds evenly along one side of the jar and set the jar on its side on the counter.

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   (Because of the heat down here, I prop up the bottom of the jar to allow the water to drain out).

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   Do not grow them in direct sunlight.

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    Every 6 to 8 hours, repeat the rinsing and draining process.

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    (IMPORTANT).

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    Problems to watch for include mold from insufficiently drained seeds, and seeds that dry out.

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    You should have sprouts ready to use 4 to 6 days.

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    Rinse the sprouts to remove any hulls.

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    Drain well and place in ziplock bag with a folded paper towel to help control the humidy.

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