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Gigantes (Greek Lima Beans)

Name: Gigantes (Greek Lima Beans)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 1 h 50 min
Total time: 9 h 60 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) package dried lima beans; 2 (16 ounce) cans chopped tomatoes with juice; 1 cup olive oil; 3 cloves garlic, chopped; sea salt to taste; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh dill

Rating: 4.4 stars

82 Ratings
66 Reviews
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This is a family recipe. In Greek, it's called 'Gigantes' which translates as 'Giants.' Try to find the largest dried lima beans possible. My aunt adds small canned sausages, but I prefer this meatless. Serve with feta cheese and a crusty bread. You can also substitute 2 teaspoons parsley for the dill if you prefer.

By stamarex

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Recipe Summary

prep:

10 mins

cook:

1 hr 50 mins

additional:

8 hrs

total:

10 hrs

Servings:

Yield:

8 servings

Nutrition Info

Ingredients

Original recipe yields 8 servings

The ingredient list now reflects the servings specified

1 (16 ounce) package dried lima beans
2 (16 ounce) cans chopped tomatoes with juice
1 cup olive oil
3 cloves garlic, chopped
sea salt to taste
1 teaspoon chopped fresh dill

Directions

Step 1

Place the lima beans in a large saucepan. Pour enough water to fill to 2 inches above top of the beans. Allow to soak overnight.

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Step 2

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
Step 3

Place the saucepan over medium heat; bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium-low and simmer 20 minutes; drain. Pour the beans into a 9 x 13 baking dish. Add the tomatoes, olive oil, garlic, salt, and dill; stir.
Step 4

Bake in preheated oven for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally and adding water if the mixture appears dry.

Partner Tip

Try using a Reynolds® slow cooker liner in your slow cooker for easier cleanup.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

448.7 calories; 13 g protein; 40.4 g carbohydrates; 0 mg cholesterol; 171 mg sodium. Full Nutrition

Reviews (66)

Most helpful positive review

Carla Kline

02/18/2009

WOW... This was such a great and tasty recipe... much better than expected... I love dill and that's why I made it plus I'm a vegetarian so this was perfect for me. The flavor was REALLY good. Even my husband who doesn't like beans that much loved this recipe!!! The only changes I made were the following: I cooked the beans for about 35 minutes instead of 20. I used 1/4 cup of olive oil instead of 1 cup I used 1 28-Ounce can of Muir Glen Organic Fire Roasted Crushed Tomato and 4 garlic cloves instead of 2 (because I love garlic) THIS was sooooooooo YUMMY!!!!! I will be making this very often even for parties!!! Thanks for posting!! Read More

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Chagylas

01/18/2011

Flavor is great but have trouble getting beans the right consistency. Lots of floating skins after an all night soak; tend fall apart and get mushy after cooking for full length of time-- end up absorbing the liquid and not coming out as individual beans in a sauce as I remember having them in Greece. Read More

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(5)

82 Ratings

5 star values: 53
4 star values: 19
3 star values: 5
2 star values: 0
1 star values: 5

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Carla Kline

02/18/2009

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SNeuman

09/10/2009

I LOVE this recipe and can't seem to get enough of it. My husband and I had beans like this in Greece and I've been looking for a recipe for them ever since. This one is fabulous! I don't use nearly as much olive oil though--just a splash over the top it really doesn't need it. Also I usually just use canned beans because it's easier. Thanks so much for the recipe! Read More

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(23)

KJMUN12

06/13/2008

So tasty. I was trying to cut fat/calories so I used chicken broth instead of olive oil. I know if it was exact I would give it 5 stars so that's what I rate it. The chicken broth version was still great to me. It was such a lovely flavor combination. Read More

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gina51283

09/02/2008

When I went to the store I bought an extra can of green lima beans because I thought the 16 oz. bag of dried lima beans didn't look like it would be enough to fill a 9x13 pan but it was. I added a chicken boullion cube to the water when I was simmering the beans to give them a little more flavor and I only added about 1/3 cup olive oil to reduce the fat. I used about 1 Tbsp fresh parsely instead of the dill. I baked them uncovered for 1 hr 30 min at 375 and did not need to add any extra liquid. I sprinkled feta cheese on top when I took them out of the oven. Everyone thought these were a good alternative to baked beans at the picnic I took them to. I like the recipe because it's really easy and does not involve much prep work. Read More

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Valentina

02/02/2009

Make it all the time. We love it. I use oregano along with the dill. And feta sprinkled on top is delicious. We like it with crusty bread to wipe up the last bits. Nice with grilled Greek or Italian sausages for a hefty winter-time comfort meal. Read More

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carolyn

05/13/2008

My husband really liked this recipe. I cooked the beans longer before adding the rest of the ingredients. Read More

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(8)

Rover

12/24/2009

AWESOME! I HATE LIMA BEANS AND LOVED THIS RECIPE! I LEFT OUT THE OLIVE OIL. DESERVES 10 STARS! Read More

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Chagylas

01/18/2011

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Ed.Dolanski

09/02/2008

I grated three large cloves garlic added can of venia sausage and some fried mushrooms Read More

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Nutritional Information

Gigantes (Greek Lima Beans)

Servings Per Recipe: 8
Calories: 448.7

% Daily Value *

protein: 26 %

carbohydrates: 13 %

exchange other carbs:

dietary fiber: 47 %

sugars:

fat: 42 %

saturated fat: 19 %

cholesterol:

vitamin a iu: 3 %

niacin equivalents: 32 %

vitamin b6: 27 %

vitamin c: 18 %

folate: 58 %

calcium: 8 %

iron: 30 %

magnesium: 49 %

potassium: 33 %

sodium: 7 %

thiamin: 34 %

calories from fat:

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*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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02/02/2009

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carolyn

05/13/2008

My husband really liked this recipe. I cooked the beans longer before adding the rest of the ingredients.

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Rover

12/24/2009

AWESOME! I HATE LIMA BEANS AND LOVED THIS RECIPE! I LEFT OUT THE OLIVE OIL. DESERVES 10 STARS!

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Chagylas

01/18/2011

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Ed.Dolanski

09/02/2008

I grated three large cloves garlic added can of venia sausage and some fried mushrooms

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