Borlotti Beans
Cook Time 1 hour
Servings 4
Ingredients
2kg fresh borlotti beans, shelled
3 cloves garlic, bruised
1 ripe tomato, cut in half
3 sprigs thyme
2 fresh bay leaves
Salt and pepper
Good quality balsamic vinegar
Extra virgin olive oil, to serve
Salt and pepper
Method
Cover the borlotti beans with water, garlic, tomato, add the thyme, bay leaves and cook for 45 minutes to 1 hour until the beans are creamy and tender.
Season generously with salt and a touch of pepper. Use a slotted spoon to remove beans. Drizzle over balsamic and olive oil and serve warm as is with bread or with a roast.