Best 5 Baked Giant White Beans With Cabbage Recipes

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Discover a culinary journey through the Mediterranean with our collection of baked giant white beans with cabbage recipes. Dive into the vibrant flavors of Italy, Greece, and Turkey, where these humble ingredients transform into hearty and satisfying dishes. From classic stews simmered with aromatic herbs and spices to modern interpretations that showcase the beans' creamy texture, our recipes offer a range of options to suit every palate. Indulge in the comforting warmth of Tuscan baked beans with cabbage, a hearty dish that combines the beans with tender cabbage, savory sausage, and a medley of vegetables. Experience the vibrant flavors of Greek gigandes plaki, where giant beans are braised in a rich tomato sauce infused with Mediterranean herbs and spices.

Embark on a culinary adventure with our Turkish-inspired baked beans with cabbage, where the beans are enveloped in a tantalizing mixture of tomato, garlic, and cumin, creating a symphony of flavors. Vegetarian and vegan enthusiasts will delight in our meatless variations, which capture the essence of these dishes without compromising on taste. Explore the versatility of giant white beans as they transform into culinary masterpieces, whether served as a comforting main course or a delectable side dish. Join us on this culinary adventure and discover the endless possibilities that await you in the world of baked giant white beans with cabbage.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

WHITE BEANS WITH CABBAGE, PASTA, AND PROSCIUTTO



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I used to think you needed chicken stock for richness, but water creates a potent cooking liquid when the ingredients have plenty of flavor.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Salt and pepper
1/2 large cabbage, preferably savoy, chopped (about 3 cups)
8 ounces small pasta like cavatelli or orecchiette
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 medium leeks, chopped and rinsed well (about 2 cups)
1 celery stalk, chopped
2 to 4 sprigs fresh thyme
2 ounces prosciutto, chopped (about 1/4 cup)
Three 15.5-ounce cans white beans, such as cannellini, drained
1/2 cup grated Parmesan or Pecorino-Romano cheese, plus more for serving

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil and salt it. Add the cabbage, bring back to a boil and cook until just tender, about 3 minutes; use a slotted spoon or small strainer to fish it out. Drain, and let sit. (You can shock it in a bowl of ice water to keep it on the crisp side but I prefer it soft.) When the water returns to a boil, add the pasta and cook until tender but firm; start checking after 7 minutes. Drain, reserving at least 1 cup of the cooking liquid.
  • Return the pot to medium heat (no need to rinse it) and add the oil. When it is hot, add the leeks, celery and a heavy pinch of salt and cook, stirring occasionally until soft, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the thyme and prosciutto and stir until fragrant, just a minute or 2.
  • Add the cabbage, beans and pasta. Add 1 cup of the reserved pasta or bean cooking liquid and cook, stirring once in a while, until the flavors blend and everything is hot, about 5 minutes more. If the mixture dries out, add a little liquid; it should be saucy but not soupy.
  • Sprinkle with the cheese and toss to combine. Taste and adjust the seasoning. Serve, passing more cheese at the table.

BAKED GIANT WHITE BEANS WITH CABBAGE



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This slow-baked bean and cabbage dish is luxurious in both taste and texture. The limas become soft and pillowy after their long, slow simmer, while releasing some of their starch into the bean broth; the cabbage sweetens over time and almost melts into the velvety broth. Baked beans with cabbage traditionally contain a ham bone or some salt pork for flavor, but I get that rich umami flavor with Parmesan rinds.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Time 3h

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
1 large carrot, finely chopped
1 pound cabbage, cored and chopped or shredded
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 pound large white beans or dried lima beans
7 cups water
A bouquet garni consisting of 2 Parmesan rinds, 4 parsley sprigs, 2 thyme sprigs and a bay leaf
Salt and a generous amount of freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (more to taste)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees.
  • Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large, ovenproof casserole and add the onion and carrots. Cook, stirring often, until the onion is tender, about 5 minutes, and stir in the cabbage and half the garlic. Cook, stirring, for another 5 minutes, until the cabbage has wilted.
  • Add the beans, water, bouquet garni and salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer, cover and place in the oven. Bake 1 hour and add the remaining garlic; taste and adjust salt. Return to the oven and bake for another 1 to 1 1/2 hours, until the beans are very tender and creamy. Taste and adjust salt. Remove the bouquet garni. Stir in the chopped parsley. Serve hot or warm.

VERY VERSATILE BAKED BEANS WITH CABBAGE



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Any kind of medium or large dried bean works great here. Starchier varieties-like Italian gigante beans or cannellinis-will produce a creamier broth, and more vegetal ones-anything lima-like-will produce a thinner, slightly stew-ier broth. Black beans, kidneys, and pintos are all good. The onions and cabbage melt into the dish, providing a blanket of sweet richness. Embrace the versatility of this dish by playing around with the vegetable make-up by adding cubed winter squash, swapping chicories for the cabbage, using stock in place of the water, or stirring in blanched hearty greens or spinach at the end, for example. And serving options are similarly open-ended; see below for a few favorites.

Provided by Lukas Volger

Categories     Dinner     Bean     Bake     Cabbage     Healthy     White Wine     Tomato     Garlic     Onion

Yield Serves 8-10

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound dried medium or large beans, soaked at least 4 hours in plenty of water, drained
11 garlic cloves, 5 smashed, 6 sliced
3 bay leaves
6 Tbsp. olive oil, divided
Kosher salt
2 medium white onions, thinly sliced, or a combination of onions and fennel bulbs (about 3 cups)
Pinch of red pepper flakes
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/2 medium head savoy cabbage, cored, cubed (about 8 cups)
1 (28-ounce) can whole tomatoes
1 bunch parsley, dill, or cilantro, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Cover beans, smashed garlic, and bay leaves with about 1" water in a large pot. Add 3 Tbsp. oil. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and bring to a simmer. Cover pot partially and cook, adding more hot water as needed to keep beans covered, until beans are nearly done. Add large pinches of salt to taste toward end of cook time, which will vary depending on the bean; start tasting after about 30 minutes. Remove from heat and cover.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Heat remaining 3 Tbsp. oil in a Dutch oven or large ovenproof dish over medium-high. Add onions, red pepper, and 1/2 tsp. salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are reduced and beginning to caramelize, about 10 minutes. Add sliced garlic and cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes more. Add wine and cook until slightly reduced, about 1 minute. Add cabbage and cook until softened, about 2 minutes. Add tomatoes, crushing with a wooden spoon or cutting with scissors into coarse chunks. Add beans and their liquid, then cover with water until beans and vegetables are just submerged; season to taste with salt. Bring to a boil, cover, and transfer to oven.
  • Bake beans 1 hour and 20 minutes. Uncover and continue to bake until liquid is slightly reduced and beans are completely tender, 15-30 minutes more. Let cool slightly to thicken, then stir in parsley just before serving.
  • Serving Suggestions:
  • Chili-Like: Serve just as you would your favorite chili, with shredded cheddar, sliced scallions, finely chopped jalapeño, dollops of sour cream or plain yogurt, and hot sauce.
  • Baked With Eggs: Preheat oven to 400°F. Transfer beans to a shallow baking dish. Crack an egg into a ladle, then press ladle into beans and slide egg into the indentation. Repeat, adding as many eggs as you've got space and appetite for. Bake until eggs are set and beans are heated through and simmering along edges of pan, 25-30 minutes. Drizzle with olive oil and garnish with chopped herbs; serve with toasted bread.
  • Over Grains: Serve beans over piles of soft polenta. Brown rice, farro, and barley all work just as well.
  • Over Toast: Spoon hot beans over thick slices of grilled or toasted bread (optional: rub it with a garlic clove). Top with a poached or fried egg and a drizzle of olive oil. Serve with lightly dressed greens alongside.
  • Tacos: Char corn tortillas over an open flame, stacking and wrapping in foil to keep warm. If broth is thin, serve beans with a slotted spoon, reserving broth for a separate meal. Serve with sliced avocado, shredded cabbage, crumbled feta, lime wedges, and cilantro sprigs, allowing everyone to assemble as they please.
  • Do Ahead
  • Baked beans can be made 3 days ahead; transfer to an airtight container and chill, or freeze up to 6 months. Beans can be cooked (before baking) 1 day ahead; let cool, cover, and chill.

ALL-IN-ONE CABBAGE WITH BEANS & CARROTS



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Perfect with chicken or fish, there's no need to serve another side with this medley on the table

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Side dish

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 6

25g butter
4 rashers smoked streaky bacon , chopped
2 carrots , peeled and chopped into small chunks
1 Savoy cabbage , quartered, cored and shredded
400g can haricot bean , washed and drained
300ml chicken stock

Steps:

  • Heat the butter in a wide saucepan. Add the bacon and carrots, then sizzle for 3-4 mins until the bacon starts to crisp. Stir in the cabbage, cook for 2 mins until wilted, then add the beans. Pour over the stock, then simmer for about 5 mins until the beans are hot and the carrots are just cooked.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 169 calories, Fat 8 grams fat, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 15 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 8 grams sugar, Protein 10 grams protein, Sodium 1.17 milligram of sodium

MY BIG FAT GREEK BAKED BEANS



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I used to believe the best baked beans came from Boston or Texas, but ever since I discovered this very hearty giant bean casserole, I have to give it to the Greeks. 'Big Fat' refers not only to size of the beans, but also to the huge flavor of this dish. Use the largest beans you can find: Gigante beans are the best, but Corona and lima beans also work great. Serve alongside grilled meat or simply with extra feta for a great vegetarian main.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Side Dish     Beans and Peas     Baked Bean Recipes

Time 10h5m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 pound dried Corona beans
3 quarts cold water
2 bay leaves
1 large red onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, sliced
2 cups tomato sauce
2 tablespoons tomato paste
3 tablespoons honey
½ cup chopped fresh dill
½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
¼ cup red wine vinegar
2 cups water, or more as needed
4 ounces feta cheese
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill

Steps:

  • Place Corona beans in a large bowl. Cover with a generous amount of water and let soak, 8 hours to overnight.
  • Drain beans into a pot. Add 3 quarts fresh water and bay leaves. Bring to a boil, stir, and reduce heat to medium. Simmer until just tender but not too soft, 45 to 60 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Drain beans and spread into a large casserole dish. Add red onion, garlic, tomato sauce, tomato paste, honey, 1/2 cup dill, olive oil, salt, pepper, cayenne, vinegar, and water. Mix until well combined. Place dish onto a lined baking sheet to catch any spills.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until top is bubbling and caramelized and beans are soft, about 1 hour. Check periodically and add more water if casserole is too dry.
  • Stir casserole and smooth the top. Garnish with feta cheese and 1 tablespoon dill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330.3 calories, Carbohydrate 38.5 g, Cholesterol 10.1 mg, Fat 13.8 g, Fiber 7.7 g, Protein 13.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 1003.6 mg, Sugar 9.9 g

Tips:

  • Soaking the beans overnight: This helps to reduce the cooking time and makes the beans more digestible.
  • Use a large pot: The beans will expand as they cook, so it's important to use a pot that is large enough to accommodate them.
  • Season the beans well: The beans will absorb the flavors of the seasonings, so don't be afraid to add plenty of herbs and spices.
  • Cook the beans until they are tender: The beans should be cooked until they are tender but still hold their shape.
  • Serve the beans with your favorite sides: The beans can be served with a variety of sides, such as rice, potatoes, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

Baked giant white beans with cabbage is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a winter meal. The beans are cooked in a flavorful broth with cabbage, carrots, and celery, and then baked until they are tender. The dish is simple to make and can be easily customized to your liking. Whether you serve it as a main course or a side dish, baked giant white beans with cabbage is sure to be a hit.

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