These beans take some time, but the end result is well worth it. I love how the subtle flavor of the leeks shines through. & bacon! The beans in our case were a bit overcooked, but smacking of nutty bean flavor.
1) Soak overnight two cups of dried Great Northern Beans (or other medium dried beans). Drain.
2) Add fresh water to cover, 1 bay leaf, & 1 tsp salt & bring to a boil. Simmer covered just until tender 20-45 minutes.
3) Fry up 2-4 slices of thick cut bacon. Drain on a paper towel.
4) Saute 6 cups of thinly sliced leeks in the pan for ten minutes. (or for healthier & more flavorful version remove the bacon grease & use olive oil.)
5) Crumble in the bacon & add the beans. Add 2 tbsp rice vinegar & mix well.
(I forgot the vinegar at first & then added it. It really does make a huge difference in the overall flavor of the dish. It highlights the other flavors & sits nicely in the background.)
The recipe recommended serving with cornbread, so we did! Good thing, too.
Favorite Song for today (led to in a more or less direct way by my favorite radio station):
Beans, leaks and bacon . . . there is no going wrong there!! Sounds great :)
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