How To make Fasolia Gigandes (Butter Bean Stew)
1 1/2 lb Dried butter beans
1/2 c Pure olive oil
2 md Onions, finely chopped
1 ea Garlic clove, pressed
3 lg Ripe tomatoes, peeled
-- seeded & diced 3/4 c Tomato sauce
3 tb Italian parsley, minced
Salt Freshly ground black pepper 2 c Water
Put the beans in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil over medium heat and cook, partly covered, for about 1 hour, or until beans are almost tender. Drain and set aside. Preheat the oven to 400F. In a heavy saucepan, heat the oil and saute the onions until translucent. Add the garlic, tomatoes, tomato sauce, parsley, salt and pepper, and water. Simmer, covered, over low heat for about 20 minutes, until sauce starts to thicken. Transfer the beans to a casserole or baking dish, pour the tomato mixture over, and stir. Bake for about 40 minutes, until the beans are tender and the sauce is thick. Serve warm or at room temperature. Sofi Lazarides Konstantinides, "Sofi's Aegean Kitchen" Posted by Karen Mintzias
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A delicious Greek vegetarian delight!
Simple ingredients make a delicious, healthy meal....enjoy!
Ingredients
400g butter beans - soaked overnight
water
1 tin chopped tomatoes
salt & pepper
4 medium carrots - grated
1 onion - chopped in medium chunks
4 garlic
2 celery sticks
tomato puree
Greek olive oil
Enjoy!