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Gigantes Plaki | Greek Baked Beans Recipe

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Gigantes

Cultural Context

Originating from Greece, Gigantes are a traditional dish featuring large white beans baked in a rich tomato sauce. This dish is often served as a meze or main course, celebrating the Mediterranean's love for legumes. In Greek culture, it's common to enjoy Gigantes at family gatherings or festive occasions, and today, variations can be found in many Mediterranean cuisines worldwide.

GreekGRmain
90 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
Extra-virgin olive oil
½ large onion, roughly chopped
1 large carrot, peeled and roughly chopped
1 celery stalk, roughly chopped
2 large garlic cloves, minced
Kosher salt
1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes, with juices
6 Tablespoons (3 fluid ounces) water
¼ cup chopped flat-leaf parsley, plus more for garnish
½ Tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
¾ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ to ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
⅛ to ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 dried bay leaf
1 (15-ounce) can butter beans, drained and rinsed
Creamy feta cheese, crumbled

gigante beans

🥗Healthier: cannellini beans

💰Cheaper: navy beans

Cannellini beans are lower in calories and easier to find.

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Tofu provides a dairy-free option while ricotta is less expensive.

1

Heat extra-virgin olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

2

Add roughly chopped onion, carrot, celery, and minced garlic; sauté until softened.

3

Stir in the canned diced tomatoes with their juices and water; mix well.

4

Add kosher salt, parsley, thyme, oregano, red pepper flakes, black pepper, cinnamon, and bay leaf; stir to combine.

5

Add the butter beans; mix gently.

6

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for a while.

7

Transfer the mixture to a baking dish; drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with additional spices if desired.

8

Bake uncovered until heated through and slightly browned.

9

Remove from oven; stir in crumbled feta cheese before serving.

Cooking Techniques

soakingsautéingsimmeringbaking

Equipment Needed

large potbaking dishcutting boardknifemeasuring cups

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarianplant-based

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Giant BeansGigantes Plaki

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