Fasolka po Bretońsku

Ingredients:

• 500g white beans
• 200g smoked bacon, diced
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 cups water
• Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

1. Soak the white beans overnight in cold water. Drain and rinse.
2. In a large pot, cook the diced bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon from pot and set aside.
3. In the same pot, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent.
4. Add the tomato paste, bay leaves, sweet paprika, dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir well to combine.
5. Add the soaked white beans and crispy bacon back to the pot. Pour in the water and bring to a boil.
6. Reduce heat to low and let simmer for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beans are tender and the flavors are well combined.
7. Remove the bay leaves and discard. Adjust the seasoning if needed.
8. Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.

Preparation time:

10 minutes

Cooking time:

2 hours

Total time:

2 hours and 10 minutes

Servings:

4

Nutritional value per serving:

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 15g
• Fat: 10g
• Carbohydrates: 50g
• Fiber: 12g

FAQ:

Can I use canned white beans instead of dried beans?

Yes, you can substitute dried beans with canned white beans. Just make sure to rinse and drain the canned beans before using them in the recipe. Adjust the cooking time accordingly as canned beans require less time to cook.

Can I add other vegetables to the dish?

Absolutely! Fasolka po bretońsku can be customized to your liking. You can add diced carrots, bell peppers, or even mushrooms to enhance the flavors and textures of the dish. Just sauté the additional vegetables along with the onion and garlic in step 3.

Is this dish suitable for vegetarians?

No, this recipe includes smoked bacon which is derived from pork. However, you can omit the bacon and use vegetable broth instead of water to make a vegetarian version of this dish.