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Greek Gigantes Plaki

This delicious classic Greek gigantes planki is a savory delicious bean dish that your whole family will love!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
2 hrs 10 mins
Total Time
2 hrs 25 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 265 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Greek

Ingredients

  • 1 pound dried Gigantes beans soaked overnight (can substitute drained canned butter beans)
  • 1 onion diced
  • 6 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 carrots diced
  • 2 celery stalks diced
  • 1 can diced tomatoes 14 oz
  • 2 tbsp. tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • 2 cups vegetable broth

Instructions

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  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Drain the soaked beans and rinse them under cold water. Set aside.
  3. In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Add the minced garlic, diced carrots, and diced celery to the saucepan. Cook for another 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
  5. Stir in the canned tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for a few more minutes until everything is well combined.
  6. Add the drained Gigantes beans and vegetable broth to the saucepan. Stir everything together.
  7. Transfer the mixture to a large baking dish, making sure that the beans are submerged in the liquid.
  8. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, or until the beans are tender and the sauce is thick and bubbly.
  9. Remove the foil from the baking dish and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crispy.
  10. Serve hot and enjoy your delicious Greek Gigantes Plaki!

Nutrition Information

Serving 1g Calories 265kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 24g (8%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 19g (29%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Polyunsaturated Fat 15g Sodium 592mg (25%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 9g (18%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 265

% Daily Value*

Serving 1g
Calories 265kcal 13%
Carbohydrates 24g 8%
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 19g 29%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Polyunsaturated Fat 15g 88%
Sodium 592mg 25%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 9g 18%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.