gigantes plaki

A low effort, easy recipe for oven roasted white beans in tomato sauce (similar to Gigantes Plaki). Made with simple pantry items and fresh spinach this makes for a healthy and tasty weeknight meal that is suitable for vegans, vegetarians and anyone following a gluten-free diet.

Simple White Beans in Tomato Sauce

olive oil

green onions, (thinly sliced)

garlic cloves, (minced)

tomato paste

x 400 g cans organic chopped tomatoes

oregano

smoked paprika ((sweet))

chili flakes ((optional))

bay leaf

organic butter beans, (drained and rinsed (alternatively fava beans))

sea salt and black pepper, (to taste)

baby spinach leaves ((optional))

flat leaf parsley, (to garnish)

feta

Heat the oven to 350°F / 180°C.

Heat the oil in a large ovenproof skillet (I use a cast iron one), over medium heat. then gently cook the onion and garlic with a pinch of salt for 8-10 minutes, until the onion is soft.

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute, then add the tomatoes, oregano, paprika, bay leaf, chili flakes (if using) and butter beans. Season with freshly ground black pepper plus a pinch of salt. Increase heat to medium-high and bring to a light simmer. Note: depending on the brand of chopped tomatoes, or how saucy I want the dish, I add 2-4 tablespoons of water to the pan before bringing to a simmer.

Once the sauce starts to simmer, transfer to the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until thickened and bubbling.

Remove from the oven and stir in the baby spinach to wilt (about 1 minute).

Sprinkle with parsley (and crumbled feta, if desired) and serve as a main with some crusty bread, as a side dish (served hot or cold) .

Filling and super-healthy! A traditional Greek Gigantes beans recipe (gigantes plaki), made of ‘giant’ beans baked in a tomato sauce with plenty of fresh herbs, for a unique taste!

Gigantes Plaki recipe (Gigandes Greek Baked 'Giant' Beans)

gigantes beans (17 ounces)

garlic

onion,

hot water

tomatoes

salt and pepper

To prepare the gigantes (Gigsntes) plaki, start by soaking the gigantes beans overnight into plenty of water. Drain them into a colander and rinse with plenty of water.

Place the gigantes in a large pan with cold water, enough to cover them, add a pinch of sea salt and bring to a boil. Turn the heat down and simmer for 45 minutes, until tender but not cooked. Drain them in a colander and set aside.

In the meantime, pour into a large baking pan the olive oil, add the chopped onions, the whole garlic clove (peeled) and bake at 180C, until softened and slightly colored (approx. 15 minutes).

Turn the baking pan out of the oven. Add the gigantes beans (drained), the celery, the parsley, ½ cup of hot water and season with salt and pepper. Put back in the oven and bake for 30 minutes.

Turn the baking tray out of the oven, blend the gigantes beans lightly with a wooden spoon and pour in the grated tomatoes or plum tomatoes. Season with salt and pepper, add a pinch of oregano and bake the gigantes plaki further for 50-60 minutes at 180C, until the beans are soft and tender and the sauce thickens.

For an easier alternative, after soaking the gigantes beans overnight, drain and rinse them. Place in a large pan with enough water to cover them and bring to the boil. Boil for 5 minutes, drain them and place into a large baking pan, along with all of the ingredients, cover with some aluminum foil and bake at 180C for approx. 2 hours. The last 30 minutes, bake without the aluminium foil. Enjoy!

Gigantes Plaki are Greek style baked beans in a delightful tomato and olive oil sauce. It&#x27;s a great meatless dish full of comforting flavors.

Gigantes Plaki (Greek Baked Beans)

extra virgin olive oil

½ red onion, diced

red bell pepper, diced

carrot,

celery stalks, diced

15 ounces can diced tomatoes, with juices

salt

pepper

thyme

½ tsp red chili flakes

cinnamon

parsley,

butter

water

feta cheese,

bread

Pre-heat the oven at 375°F.

Heat extra virgin olive oil in a large...

Heat extra virgin olive oil in a large oven proof skillet and add onion, bell pepper, celery and carrot. Sauté for 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for a minute.

Add tomato paste and cook for a minute....

Add tomato paste and cook for a minute. Add crushed tomatoes along with salt, pepper, oregano, thyme, red chili flakes, cinnamon, parsley and bay leaf. Cook for 5 minutes.

Add in buttered beans along with water and...

Add in buttered beans along with water and mix well. Taste and adjust the seasoning according to your taste. Cook for 5 minutes.

Transfer the skillet to oven and bake it...

Transfer the skillet to oven and bake it for 30-35 minutes, or until beans start turning a light golden brown.

Discard bay leaf. Drizzle extra virgin olive oil...

Discard bay leaf. Drizzle extra virgin olive oil all over. Garnish with fresh parsley, feta cheese and serve with warm crusty bread.

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