The next morning, drain beans and add fresh water to cover. Bring to a simmer and cook until the skins of the beans break, about 30 minutes. Drain and set aside. Bring a kettle of water to a boil.

Harsh soap can strip you cast-iron of its slick surface. This kitchen staple lifts even the stickiest stains without doing any damage.

Co-owner Christopher Brady and head roaster Neal Mead select single-origin beans and roast them on a 1951 cast-iron UG22 Probat that’s visible (and often in use) when you walk into the cafe.

While your grill or smoker preheats, place the bacon in a cold 12-inch, cast-iron skillet on the stove over medium heat. Pan-fry for about 10 minutes, or until the bacon is golden-brown and crispy.

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Classes of dry bean that are excellent sources of dietary iron include great northern, which is a white bean, and slow-darkening pinto beans, both which are grown in North Dakota and Minnesota.