Magic Purple Beans

Do you believe in magic?

What about the tallest beanstalk you've ever seen, with a giant at the top?

Well, those are different magic beans.

But apparently, magic runs in the species.

 

This magic is more of the home-spun variety.

Are you ready?

For this spell, you will need:

 

1 large handful of magic purple beans, 'Royal Burgundy' type

(a few regular old green beans won't hurt anything, either)

 

hot boiling water

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Immerse the beans in the water for 4-5 minutes.

Or let them cook in the hot steam for about the same amount of time.

Don't forge to say the magic words!

"Ala-kazam! Presto chango!"

 

When you take off the lid, the purple beans will have disappeared, leaving green beans in their place!

 

This trick can be repeated many times, and it never fails to delight.

 

Disclaimer: This spell is guaranteed not to harm the beans or the bean-eaters.

In fact, it seems to impart a delectable flavor, judging by how quickly they get gobbled down at dinnertime. (A dash of magic makes all the difference!)