November 23, 2022

Fassoulatha (White Bean Soup)

Fassoulatha (White Bean Soup)

INGREDIENTS


  • 1 pound dried white beans, soaked overnight
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 large onions, finely chopped
  • 2 stalks celery, finely chopped
  • 2 large carrots, finely chopped
  • 1 quart water
  • 2 large ripe tomatoes, peeled and mashed, or 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Freshly ground pepper, to taste



METHOD


  • Step 1 -Drain beans and cook them, covered, in a large pot of boiling water until tender, about 1 1/2 hours. Drain.
  • Step 2 - Heat oil in a Dutch oven or soup pot over medium heat. Saute onions, celery and carrots for 3 to 5 minutes. Add water, the cooked beans, tomatoes, oregano, salt, cayenne and pepper. Simmer until the vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes. Taste and adjust seasonings.


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