Mediterranean Baked Beans Olive (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ For the Mediterranean Baked Beans

01 - 2 tablespoons (40 ml) extra virgin olive oil
02 - 1 medium brown or yellow onion, finely chopped
03 - 3 large garlic cloves, finely chopped
04 - 400 g crushed tomatoes (1 tin)
05 - 2 tablespoons (40 ml) water
06 - 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
07 - 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, finely chopped
08 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
09 - 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
10 - 0.5 teaspoon red chilli pepper flakes
11 - 1 teaspoon sea salt
12 - 800 g tinned cannellini beans, drained and rinsed

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13 - 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
14 - Extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling
15 - Feta cheese or fresh goat cheese, to serve
16 - Crusty bread

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 180°C (355°F).
02 - In a medium-sized ovenproof saucepan over medium heat, add olive oil and chopped onions. Sauté for 10 minutes, stirring to prevent burning. Incorporate garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
03 - Add crushed tomatoes, water, rosemary, thyme, oregano, black pepper, chilli flakes, and sea salt. Stir thoroughly and bring to a gentle simmer. Let simmer for 10 minutes.
04 - Fold in the drained cannellini beans. Cover the saucepan with a lid and transfer to the preheated oven.
05 - Bake for 30 minutes, removing the dish once halfway through (after 15 minutes) to stir. Ensure the mixture remains moist, adding a splash of water if it appears dry.
06 - Taste and, if needed, adjust the seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or chilli flakes to preference.
07 - Garnish with finely chopped basil and a generous drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. Serve warm, topped with crumbled feta or goat cheese, accompanied by crusty bread.

# Notes:

01 - For enhanced flavour, use freshly ground black pepper and good quality sea salt flakes.
02 - Canned butter beans, borlotti beans, or red kidney beans may be substituted for cannellini beans if desired.
03 - Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
04 - Freeze leftovers in a labelled freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
05 - Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave, adding a splash of water if needed to loosen the mixture.
06 - Australian tablespoons are 20 ml; adjust measurements if using a different standard.

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