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Cranberry Beans (Brothy Borlotti Bean Recipe)
Enjoy these creamy, flavorful cranberry beans as a comforting side dish, mixed into a stew, or even as part of a salad. They're versatile, packed with plant protein, and full of rich, earthy flavor-a perfect addition to your kitchen lineup! Cranberry beans are one of the prettiest beans out there, with their striking creamy white skin splashed with pink or maroon speckles. While the color fades once cooked, their rich, creamy texture and mildly nutty flavor more than make up for it.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Step 1
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for another minute.
- Step 2
Add the cranberry beans, water or broth, bay leaf, thyme, red pepper flakes, and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer until the beans are tender (30 minutes for fresh beans, 1-1.5 hours for dried beans).
- Step 3
Remove the bay leaf and thyme sprig. Garnish with fresh chopped oregano before serving.
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