Tuscan Baked Beans (Fagioli Al Forno) recipe
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Dried white haricot {dried white) beans are immensely popular in northern Italy, particularly in Tuscany, where they form part of many of the classic dishes of the area.
ingredients
1/2 kg (1 lb) 2 2/3 cups Dried white haricot (dried white) beans, soaked overnight and drained
3 Garlic cloves, crushed
3 Tbs Chopped fresh basil
Salt and pepper to taste
1/2 tsp Ground cinnamon
8 slices Streaky (fatty) bacon, coarsely chopped
3 Garlic cloves, crushed
3 Tbs Chopped fresh basil
Salt and pepper to taste
1/2 tsp Ground cinnamon
8 slices Streaky (fatty) bacon, coarsely chopped
method
1. Preheat the oven to very cool 140°C (Gas Mark 1, 275°F).
2. Place the beans, garlic, basil, seasoning, cinnamon and bacon in a large ovenproof casserole. Stir and add just enough water to cover the mixture. Cover and put the casserole into the oven. Bake for 3 to 3 1/2 hours, or until the beans are very tender but still firm.
3. Remove from the oven, strain off any excess liquid and serve at once.
2. Place the beans, garlic, basil, seasoning, cinnamon and bacon in a large ovenproof casserole. Stir and add just enough water to cover the mixture. Cover and put the casserole into the oven. Bake for 3 to 3 1/2 hours, or until the beans are very tender but still firm.
3. Remove from the oven, strain off any excess liquid and serve at once.
serving amount
serves 6
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