Garlic-Braised Cranberry Beans
Garlic-Braised Cranberry Beans offer a comforting, flavorful experience that warms both the heart and the palate. This dish features tender cranberry beans infused with aromatic garlic and fresh herbs, creating a delightful side or main course that’s perfect for any occasion. Easy to prepare and endlessly customizable, these beans are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that will leave your guests asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup dried cranberry beans (or 2 cans, rinsed)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic, thyme, and bay leaf; cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- If using dried beans, soak overnight. Add soaked beans (or canned) along with vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cover and braise on low heat for 45 minutes to an hour until the beans are tender. Stir occasionally and add more broth if necessary.
- Remove the bay leaf, season with salt and pepper, and stir to combine before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Customize by adding diced tomatoes or swapping cranberry beans for cannellini or kidney beans. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to five days; reheat gently on the stove.