Description
Fasolatha is the national Greek dish. It has nourished generations. Olive oil is one of the vital ingredients of this delicious dish so do not economize with it.
Ingredients
- 1 cup white kidney beans
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 2 small carrots, sliced
- 1 stalk celery, chopped
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ cup olive oil
- 3 cups water
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- salt to taste
- ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse and strain soaked beans. Place in a large saucepan
- and cover with water. Boil for 2 to 3 minutes. Drain
- discarding the water.
- Cover the beans with 3 cups water
- and bring to a boil. Add onions
- carrots
- celery
- tomatoes
- tomato paste
- oregano
- thyme
- olive oil
- and salt and pepper. Cover. Cook for about 50 to 60 minutes
- until the beans are soft. Mix the parsley.
- If using a pressure cooker
- cook all ingredients except parsley for 3 to 4 minutes under 15 pounds pressure. Stir in parsley.
Servings: 6