Greek Gigantes are, not surprisingly, GIANT beans! In this recipe, the gigantes are slow cooked in a rich tomato sauce until perfectly creamy and tender. Serve over toasted crusty bread for an easy vegetarian meal!
You’ll Need:
- 1 pound dry gigantes beans, soaked overnight
- 2 medium yellow onions, peeled and chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed
- 2 (14.5-ounce) cans no-salt-added diced tomatoes
- 2 cups vegetarian chicken broth (or water)
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Crusty bread, black pepper, and more olive oil for serving
Instructions:
- Place all of the ingredients in the bowl of a large slow cooker.
- Cook for 4-6 hours on high, or 8-10 hours on low.
- Taste and add more salt as needed.
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