WHITE BEANS WITH PANCETTA AND SAGE

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Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     main-dish

Time 11h15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 pound large dried white beans, such as corona beans
3 bay leaves
3 garlic cloves
All-purpose flour, for dredging
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 pound thinly sliced pancetta
6 fresh sage leaves

Steps:

  • Put the dried beans in a large bowl and cover with cold water. Soak the beans overnight in the refrigerator.
  • Drain the soaked beans, place them in a large pot and cover with fresh cold water. Put the beans over medium-high heat and bring to a boil. Toss in the bay leaves and garlic. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer for 11/2 hours until tender. Drain the cooked beans and spread them out on a sheet pan to cool slightly.
  • Put about 1/2 cup of flour in a shallow platter and season it with salt and pepper; mix with a fork to distribute evenly. Toss the beans in the seasoned flour to coat completely.
  • Place a large skillet over medium-high heat and coat with the oil. When the oil is hot, add the pancetta, fry for a couple of minutes to crisp it up. Toss in the sage leaves and fry for about 1 minute. Remove the pancetta and sage to some paper towels; now you have a flavor base. Shake off excess flour from the beans and put them in the pan in a single layer. Fry the beans for a good 10 minutes to form a golden crust on the outside of the beans, tossing to cook both sides.
  • Return the pancetta and fried sage to the pan, stir everything together, and serve.

Lily Par
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I give this recipe a 5 out of 5 stars. It's delicious, easy to make, and very versatile. I highly recommend it!


Meshaki Sanga
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To garnish this dish, I like to sprinkle some freshly chopped parsley or basil on top. It adds a nice pop of color and flavor.


Siful Jynov
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If you don't have any pancetta on hand, you can substitute bacon. Just be sure to cook it until it's crispy before adding it to the sauce.


Subodh Basnet
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Here's a variation on this recipe: you can add some chopped sun-dried tomatoes to the sauce for an extra burst of flavor.


Asifpathan
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One quick tip for making this recipe is to use a good quality pancetta. The better the quality of the pancetta, the better the flavor of the sauce will be.


Ghulam Mohammad
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This is a very budget-friendly recipe. The ingredients are all very affordable and you can easily find them at your local grocery store.


Sabri Mad
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This is a recipe that I make for special occasions. It's always a crowd-pleaser and it's so easy to make. I usually serve it with a side of roasted vegetables.


Sakhile Masinga
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the creamy beans and the salty pancetta. I will definitely be making this again for my next party.


Layne Smith
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This is a recipe that my whole family loves. The kids love the creamy beans and the adults love the flavorful sauce. It's a great meal to make on a busy weeknight.


Doe Naing
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This is one of the first recipes I ever made and it's still one of my favorites. It's so simple, but the flavors are amazing. I always get compliments when I make it.


Alfred Gashi
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I made this recipe without the cheese and it was still very creamy and delicious. I used a little extra olive oil to make up for the lack of cheese.


Hanifkhankhan Hanifkhankhan
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I made this recipe using gluten-free pasta and it was just as good as the traditional version. The sauce is so flavorful that it doesn't need any extra ingredients.


Amaan Ghori
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I made this recipe without the pancetta and it was still very good. I added some chopped mushrooms and zucchini to the sauce instead. It was a delicious and hearty vegetarian meal.


Moon Ali
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the results are always delicious. I usually serve it with a side of pasta or rice.


sk sujon Islam
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I made this recipe using low-sodium pancetta and it was still very flavorful. I also added some chopped kale to the sauce for an extra boost of nutrients. It was a delicious and healthy meal that I will definitely make again.


Asif Jan
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This recipe is a classic Italian dish that is both simple and delicious. The key to making it well is to use good quality ingredients. I recommend using fresh sage and pancetta that is not too salty. You can also add a little white wine to the sauce


Trap Grime
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I've made this recipe a few times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's simple to make, but the flavors are really complex and satisfying. I love the combination of the creamy beans, the salty pancetta, and the fragrant sage.


Simple Nicholas
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This dish was a hit! The beans were creamy and flavorful, and the pancetta and sage added a lovely richness and depth of flavor. I served it with a side of crusty bread to soak up all the delicious sauce.