A Pot Of Brothy Beans

¼ cup olive oil

2 small or 1 large onion, quartered through the root (I don’t peel)

1 or 2 heads garlic, halved crosswise (I don’t peel)

1 lemon, halved crosswise

1 small bunch or a few sprigs dried herbs like oregano, marjoram, thyme or rosemary

A few dried chiles (or one fresh one, halved lengthwise)

1 pound dried beans (about 2 cups)

6 or so cups water

Kosher salt

Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large pot.
Add onions, garlic and lemon. Cook until they’re caramelized and nicely browned, a few minutes or so.
Add dried herbs and chili.
Add beans and water. Season with salt, bring to a boil.
Turn the heat down to a bare simmer, leave the pot uncovered and cook until they’re done. This can take anywhere from 50 to 120 minutes depending on the size and age of the bean.
If the beans need more liquid as they simmer, add more water.

Course🍽️Main Course

Diets🌱Vegan🌾Gluten-free...

Category🫘Beans

Cuisine🇺🇸American

Occasions🍲Comfort Food📆Everyday

Season🔁Year-round

DifficultyEasy ⏰ 2h