Gigantes Plaki

This traditional Greek dish features large white beans (gigantes) baked in a rich tomato sauce. It is a comforting, flavorful dish that embodies the simplicity and richness of Greek cuisine.

Servings

6

Prep Time

12 Hours

Cook Time

90 Min

Ingredients

• 2 cups dry butter beans or giant Greek beans, soaked overnight
• Olive Oil
• 1 large onion, diced
• 1 cup diced carrots
• 1 celery rib, diced
• 6 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 26 pkg chopped tomatoes
• 1 tbsp chopped preserved lemon
• 3 tbsp Noshejan Peak Greek Technique
• Feta cheese
• Crusty bread

Instructions

Rinse the soaked beans. In a large pot, combine beans and enough water to cover them by 1". Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover and cook for 45 minutes. Drain and set aside.

Preheat oven to 375°.

Heat 1/4 cup olive oil over medium-high heat in a large, wide oven-safe pot or deep skillet. Add the onion, carrots, and celery and sauté for 10 minutes, stirring often.

Add the garlic and cook for 2 minutes, stirring well. Add the tomatoes, lemon, and Noshejan Peak Greek Technique and mix well.

Add the beans, mix well and cook for 5 minutes.

Put the pot into the oven, uncovered, and cook for 30 minutes.

Remove from oven and plate. Drizzle with olive oil, feta cheese and serve with crusty bread.