Gigantes Plaki

2h 15m
Serves 4
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Directions

  1. 1Soak the dried beans in cold water overnight. Wash and rinse.
  2. 2Transfer the beans into a pot, add cold water to cover, bring to a boil, and skim off the foam on top.
  3. 3Switch to low heat and let simmer for 45-60 mins until slightly tender.
  4. 4Drain and optionally reserve at least 2 cups of cooking liquid.
  5. 5Transfer the beans into a large baking dish.
  6. 6Finely chop or grate the onion and thinly slice the garlic.
  7. 7Cut the celery stalks and the carrot into cubes or small wedges. Roughly chop the parsley.
  8. 8In a pan, heat 75ml of olive oil, add the onions and carrot. Saute for 5 mins until the onion is soft.
  9. 9Add the tomato paste, celery, and garlic. Stir and cook for 2 mins until the garlic is fragrant.
  10. 10Add the grated tomatoes, salt, and pepper. Stir and cook for 5 mins until it starts to simmer again.
  11. 11Pour the sauce over the beans.
  12. 12Add bay leaves, 2 cups of cooking liquid or hot water, oregano, and the rest of the olive oil.
  13. 13Add the chopped parsley, cinnamon and chili flakes (optional).
  14. 14Gently stir and cover the baking dish with a lid or aluminium foil.
  15. 15Bake in the oven for about 1 hour at 180°C / 360°F until the beans are tender.
  16. 16Remove from the oven, uncover, and stir in honey.
  17. 17Bake uncovered for another 10-15 mins until the sauce is thickened and the top is slightly roasted.
  18. 18Serve warm or at room temperature. Garnish with extra virgin olive oil, feta cheese, and herbs to taste.

Ingredients

  • 500 g dried giant beans
  • 2 stalks celery
  • 1 carrot
  • 150 ml extra virgin olive oil
  • 150 g onion
  • 5 garlic cloves
  • 400 g grated fresh tomatoes
  • 0.5 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 0.5 tsp ground black pepper
  • 0.5 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 stick cinnamon
  • 1 tsp chili flakes
  • 3 tsp salt

Equipment

Large glass bowlColanderPotGas stoveOvenOvenproof dishSharp knifeWooden cutting boardMeasuring jugPanSpatula

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