Fagioli con le Cotiche

Fagioli con le Cotiche is a hearty and rustic Italian dish featuring tender beans simmered with savory pork belly, resulting in a rich and flavorful meal. This Paleo version captures the essence of traditional cooking while adhering to dietary preferences.

Ingredients

• Dried cannellini beans - 150 grams
• Pork belly, diced - 150 grams
• Garlic, minced - 2 cloves
• Onion, chopped - 1 medium
• Carrot, diced - 1 medium
• Celery, diced - 1 stalk
• Fresh rosemary - 1 sprig
• Bay leaf - 1
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml

Steps

1. Soak the dried cannellini beans in water overnight, then drain and rinse them before cooking.
2. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat and add the diced pork belly. Cook until browned and crispy, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Add the chopped onion, garlic, carrot, and celery to the pot. Sauté for about 5-6 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
4. Stir in the soaked beans, vegetable broth, rosemary, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil.
5. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 1 hour or until the beans are tender. Stir occasionally and add more broth or water if necessary.
6. Once the beans are cooked, season with salt and black pepper to taste. Remove the bay leaf and rosemary sprig before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 22 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 40 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein and fiber, which can aid in digestion and promote satiety.
• Rich in essential vitamins and minerals from the vegetables and beans.

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