Prebranac (Baked Giant Bean Casserole)

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1. 1

   Drain the soaked giant white beans and place them in a large pot.

2. 2

   Cover the beans with fresh water, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.

   Približno 15 min

   Kuharjeva opomba: This initial boil helps to soften the beans and reduce cooking time later.

3. 3

   Drain the beans again and set them aside.

4. 4

   Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

   Približno 10 min

5. 5

   In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.

   Približno 1 min

6. 6

   Add the yellow onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until deeply caramelized and soft, about 15-20 minutes.

   Približno 20 min

   Kuharjeva opomba: Don't rush this step; the caramelization of the onions is key to the dish's flavor.

7. 7

   Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

   Približno 1 min

8. 8

   Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the paprika, black pepper, and salt.

   Približno 1 min

   Kuharjeva opomba: Adding paprika off the heat prevents it from burning and becoming bitter.

9. 9

   In an oven-safe casserole dish, layer half of the cooked beans.

   Približno 1 min

   Kuharjeva opomba: A deep dish works best for even baking.

10. 10

    Spread half of the onion mixture over the beans.

    Približno 1 min

11. 11

    Add the remaining beans, then top with the rest of the onion mixture.

    Približno 1 min

12. 12

    Tuck the bay leaves into the bean mixture.

13. 13

    Pour the water over the beans, ensuring they are just covered. Add more hot water if needed.

    Približno 1 min

14. 14

    Bake, uncovered, for 2 to 2.5 hours, or until the beans are very tender and the liquid has mostly absorbed, leaving a rich, thick sauce.

    Približno 2 h 30 min

    Kuharjeva opomba: Check occasionally and add a splash of hot water if the dish looks too dry before the beans are tender.

15. 15

    Remove the bay leaves before serving.