Have they been wet or moist? If they have been wet, and a large number of them have these, all coming out of the ends, and they aren't moving, then I'd say sprouts. If you see any movement...then I think we're looking at maggots and would discard.
Lentils, beans and quinoa have a small part of the bean/ grain that is a small "sprout" where the seed/bean has germinated. This is ok. If you're unsure leave them in a bowl on the counter for a while.
I am tempted to put them under a microscope!! I only notice them after I've cooked them. I've seen them in lentils and pintos but not in black beans or red beans...go figure. "Sprouts" make sense...Thanks for your input!
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December 7, 2010
Have they been wet or moist? If they have been wet, and a large number of them have these, all coming out of the ends, and they aren't moving, then I'd say sprouts. If you see any movement...then I think we're looking at maggots and would discard.
December 8, 2010
Lentils, beans and quinoa have a small part of the bean/ grain that is a small "sprout" where the seed/bean has germinated. This is ok. If you're unsure leave them in a bowl on the counter for a while.
December 8, 2010
I am tempted to put them under a microscope!! I only notice them after I've cooked them. I've seen them in lentils and pintos but not in black beans or red beans...go figure. "Sprouts" make sense...Thanks for your input!