Ingredients

The following ingredients have 7 Servings
  • 1 pound dry Gigantes beans (or dry lima beans), soaked overnight or for at least for 8 hours
  • 1 yellow onion, diced (approx 2 cups)
  • 3 stalks celery, diced (approx 1 cup)
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon ground oregano
  • 1 tablespoon ground thyme
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 4 cups water
  • 1/2 cup Greek olive oil
  • Optional, for serving: fresh baked bread, feta cheese

Instruction

  • Place all ingredients: beans, onion, celery, garlic, tomatoes, oregano, thyme, bay leaves, salt, water, and olive oil in the slow cooker. Cook on low until beans are tender, about 8 hours.
  • Optional: serve with fresh baked bread and feta cheese.