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SIMPLE WHITE BEANS WITH HERBS AND GARLIC OLIVE OIL MAIONESE

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SIMPLE WHITE BEANS WITH HERBS AND GARLIC OLIVE OIL MAIONESE

SIMPLE WHITE BEANS WITH HERBS AND GARLIC OLIVE OIL MAIONESE

Inspired by the traditional Italian “fagioli al fiasco,” this elegant dish uses minimal but high-quality ingredients. White beans are gently simmered with fresh rosemary, sage, and garlic, then finished with a rich garlic olive oil mayonnaise for a flavorful, comforting meal.

πŸ•’ Prep Time: 10 minutes

🍳 Cook Time: 50 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 2

Ingredients

  • 350 g fresh white beans
  • 1 small sprig fresh rosemary
  • 1 small sprig fresh sage
  • 4 garlic cloves
  • 5 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (cold-pressed, high quality)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. In a small pot, combine white beans, rosemary, sage, 3 crushed garlic cloves (using the flat side of a knife), and 2 tbsp olive oil. Add 1Β½ cups water to cover.
  2. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer gently for 30 minutes. Water should reduce slightly, and beans may become partially uncovered.
  3. Cover pot with lid and continue simmering on low for another 20 minutes. Taste to check doneness; cook longer if necessary until beans are tender and most water has evaporated, leaving about 1 cm of liquid.
  4. In a mortar and pestle, mash 1 garlic clove with a pinch of coarse salt into a paste. Gradually whisk in the remaining 3 tbsp olive oil in a thin stream to create a smooth garlic mayonnaise.
  5. Stir garlic olive oil mayonnaise into the cooked beans. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Mix well.
  6. Serve warm or at room temperature with fresh bread.

πŸ’‘ Tips

  • Use high-quality extra virgin olive oil for the best flavor and texture.
  • Gently simmer beans to develop delicate herbal aromas.
  • Garlic olive oil mayonnaise adds richness and a creamy contrast to the beans.
  • Serve with crusty bread to soak up the flavorful sauce.

πŸŽ‰ Perfect For

  • Light, elegant lunches or dinners
  • Traditional Italian-inspired meals
  • Vegetarian and Mediterranean cuisine lovers

πŸ“ Final Thoughts

This simple white bean dish combines tender beans infused with aromatic herbs and a luscious garlic olive oil mayonnaise, creating a refined yet comforting plate perfect for any occasion. The minimal ingredients highlight the quality and harmony of flavors.