Fasoulia (Breakfast Kidney Bean Dish)

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 ½ cup dried kidney beans, sorted and rinsed
• 2 cans (14.5 oz each) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup water
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)

Preparation Time:

10 minutes

Cooking Time:

3 hours

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the garlic, cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
3. Stir in the kidney beans, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and water. Bring to a boil.
4. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 2-3 hours, or until the beans are tender.
5. Serve hot, garnished with cilantro (optional).

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 250
• Fat: 6g
• Carbohydrates: 40g
• Protein: 15g
• Fiber: 10g

Dish Characteristics:

• Hearty and satisfying
• Rich tomato and bean flavor
• Warm and comforting
• Perfect for breakfast or brunch
• Easy to prepare and cook

User Comments:

• "A delicious and filling breakfast dish that will keep you full all morning."
• "I love the combination of tomatoes and kidney beans, and the spices give it a wonderful flavor."
• "This recipe is so easy to make, and it's a great way to use up leftover kidney beans."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have dried kidney beans, you can use 2 cans (14.5 oz each) of canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed.
• For a thicker dish, simmer for a longer period of time.
• If you don't have chicken broth, you can use vegetable broth instead.