Oven Baked Giant Beans With Two Types Of Oregano

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   Soak the beans overnight or for at least 8 hours

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   Remove from soaking liquid, and place in a pot with ample fresh water

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   Bring to a boil over high heat, discard the foam that gets created on top, then reduce the flame to low and simmer the beans for approximately 1 1/2 hour, or until al dente

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   About 15 minutes before removing the beans from the heat, season with salt

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   Drain and reserve the boiling liquid

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   As the beans simmer, heat the 4 tablespoons olive oil in large skillet over medium heat, and saute the leeks, onions and carrots for about 5 mins

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   Roughly chop the canned tomatoes and add them in the skillet

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   Preheat the oven to 190 C

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   Place the beans and mixture in an ovenproof baking dish

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    Add a cup of the reserved bean cooking liquid, as well as 2 tablespoons olive oil and the liquid of the canned tomatoes

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    There should be a fair amount of liquid in the dish. Season with the salt, pepper, and oreganos

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    Cover the dish with oven paper and bake for about 1 hour, or until the beans are very tender and their centers creamy

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    Serve with feta

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.