Guest guest Posted December 7, 2006 Report Share Posted December 7, 2006 White Beans And Saffron 2 pounds Dried navy or great northern beans, soaked in water overnight in refrigerator 5 quarts Water 3 Bay leaves Salt to taste Freshly ground black pepper to taste 4 tablespoons olive oil 2 large White onions, finely diced 3 Garlic cloves, finely chopped 1/2 cup Finely chopped flat leaf parsley 1 teaspoon Saffron stems Drain soaked beans. Place in a large pot with fresh water, bring to a boil, and reduce heat. Simmer for 1 1/2 to 2 hours with bay leaves. Add 1 teaspoon salt after simmering for 1 hour. In a saute pan over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add onion and saute until translucent. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add parsley and saffron, allow to cook for 1 minute more, and remove from heat. Drain the cooked beans of excess water. Return the beans to the pot and add cooked onion mixture. Combine and reheat. Check seasoning and serve. Serves 8 to 12. ______________________________\ ____ Everyone is raving about the all-new Mail beta. http://new.mail. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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