FRANK STITT'S BUTTER BEANS

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Make and share this Frank Stitt's Butter Beans recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 1h

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 cups water, preferably spring water
1 onion, quartered
1 bay leaf
4 fresh thyme sprigs (plus a scattering of leaves for garnish)
4 savory, sprigs (plus a scattering of leaves for garnish)
kosher salt
1 lb small green butter beans, picked over and rinsed
2 tablespoons fruity extra virgin olive oil, melted (or bacon fat or unsalted butter)
fresh crack black pepper

Steps:

  • Combine the water, onion, herbs, and salt in a medium saucepan; bring to a boil.
  • Decrease heat to a simmer and cook gently for 15 minutes.
  • Add in beans; adjust the heat to maintain a simmer, and cook until the beans are just tender, 15-20 minutes.
  • Taste for seasoning, and add salt if necessary.
  • Remove the pan from heat and let the beans rest in their liquid for 10 minutes.
  • Serve sprinkled with herbs and drizzled with olive oil; finish with cracked black pepper.

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