Guest guest Posted June 11, 2001 Report Share Posted June 11, 2001 * Exported from MasterCook * Beans With Aromatics Recipe By : Vegetarian Cooking for Everyone, Deborah Madison, page 315 Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00 Categories : Beans And Legumes Side Dishes Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method -------- ------------ -------------------------------- 1 cup beans -- cleaned, rinsed and soaked 2 bay leaves 1 small onion -- quartered Several parsley sprigs 1 large garlic clove -- sliced 1 teaspoon olive oil 1 piece kombu -- optional OR pinch asafetida Salt MAKES ABOUT 2 1/2 cups This is a very basic way of cooking virtually any bean, especially good for all varieties of white beans and chickpeas. The aromatics gently infuse the beans and their broth with their flavors yet leave them open to further embellishments. Drain the beans, cover them with 6 cups fresh water, and bring to a boil. Boil, uncovered, for 10 minutes. Skim off any foam. Lower the heat, add the remaining ingredients except salt, cover, and simmer until the beans are partially tender, 30 minutes to an hour. Add 1/2 teaspoons salt and continue cooking until tender but not mushy. Let the beans cool in their broth. Remove the aromatics with a slotted spoon and discard them. Pour off the broth and reserve it for stock. The beans can now be used wherever they're called for. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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