My Big Fat Greek Baked Beans - Food Wishes

Learn how to make my Big Fat Greek Baked Beans! These amazing Greek-style baked beans rival anything you’ll see next to your favorite barbecued meat. This easy recipe will work with any dried beans, but to really make the name accurate, you’ll want to try and find some actual gigante beans. Visit foodwishes.blo... for the ingredients, more information, and many, many more video recipes. I really hope you enjoy this hearty Greek-style baked beans recipe!
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[@foodwishes]

Check out the recipe: www.allrecipes.com/Recipe/270955/My-Big-Fat-Greek-Baked-Beans/

[@cassandranoellemacahipay9125]

Cmm has been the new York York stock market for

[@foodwishes]

I'm still sick! Happy, but sick. So, please pardon the sub-par vocals.

[@Sharpman76]

Chef John vocals are the best vocals, no matter what physical state he happens to be in

[@VASI_LIKI]

You sound normal 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 and you can do a healthier version of this recipe stove top 👌👌👌 ask me. Im Greek ;) also, this is best next day from the fridge .... once a week food.

[@howdydocowgirlcowgirl181]

Great as usual. Love the sense of humor, too

[@lavieestunsonge4541]

Get well soon Chef John!

[@ChefinBb]

My girlfriend called this lower, more gravelly voice “Sexy Chef John.” My feelings are mixed.

[@supergeek1418]

Since acid inhibits bean tenderization, the beans won't get much more tender during the baking phase, with all that acidic tomato and vinegar in there. That's why you need to completely cook them first. Hack: If you ever screw up and start cooking beans in an acidic environment, and (after 2 hours) realize that they're still tough, *FREEZE* them. Then, once frozen, re-heat. They'll be fine. The freezing breaks down the cell walls, much like cooking, resulting in tender beans. You're welcome.

[@kuryamtl]

OMG THANK YOU. To my dismay I have had instances where I did not cook the beans enough before making a chili or stew.

[@elbmcook]

Great tip, thank you.

[@drewbakka5265]

I never knew that. Thanks

[@kageyeboi4072]

You forgot something. Acidic based marinades or what ever acidic only benefits tough protein. A bean wont benefit from any acid. only from boiling.

[@kageyeboi4072]

But if it actually works (i mean if you tested it) good job sounds awesome!

[@LunaDevaKitty]

Corona beans. *Cries in 2020*

[@Dragon-Slay3r]

Giant bean cover? With Jason Argonauts horn to make a hairy horn with roll ash cover So 5 Greek? What now? Update the Ai so I'm ready for the next run 😭

[@hottubz1965]

You are the Mediterranean Queen, of your Greek baked beans.

[@jilldanowski8079]

Dude on a computer this is a good one

[@TheLobstersoup]

Or the dean of you bean - if you are male ;)

[@adityasrinivasulu]

@@TheLobstersoup I'm a guy and I still wanna be a Mediterranean Queen :p

[@aznsketcher]

chef John sounds a little under the weather.....

[@maggieonsecurity]

ICT VINNY Those were my thoughts too! 😢

[@drenz]

i thought the video was on 0.5x playback when it started coz of his voice lmao

[@Notiravgsarah]

He is, check his comment

[@s.m.2523]

Actualy he sounds a little like in his very first videos with a slightly deeper voice.

[@barblue3]

😂😂😂

[@missarielle2]

Chef John, I have to thank you for improving my marriage. My husband has become a true culinary enthusiast because of your videos. We clearly have very similar tastes to you and even dishes with ingredients I am usually skeptical of have come out amazing. He's constantly trying to perfect (and experiment) in the kitchen much to my enjoyment! To further explain your influence, this morning he came over. Took hold of my pinky finger and gave it a tiny wiggle. I gave him a confused look and he announced... "Un petite shaka shaka" We both had a giggle.

[@ksenos69]

I must say they look delicious! And a big bravo for making them! Four things I would add/do to this dish (as a Greek and three of them are from my mama's way of cooking γίγαντες): 1. Double the amount of onions. 2. Put some thin slices of carrot in them (you can use the potato peeler). Carrot does two things in this dish: a. It sweetens it and b. takes the farts out the beans (very important!!!) 3. Sprinkle a bit of flour on top when they're ready and broil them for a few minutes. The micrometer thin crust makes a huge difference! 4. Pour yourself a glass of Ouzo along with them. You'll understand what I'm talking about. Cheers and get well soon!

[@alekat9429]

I'm not surprised that chef John made another excellent and accurate Greek recipe. Because .... He is the best!!!!

[@MrDrivingFaster]

Absolutely authentic Greek recipe. Use veg broth and it is vegan. I am a meat lover, but this is one of the dishes that stands on its own. Search for authentic Greek Giant Beams and Congrats Chef on doing your Greek research homework. Advanced Greek Grandma Tip: when boiling the beans, throw two whole cloves and later discard along with the bay leaves Tip #2: Add diced carrots

[@masansr]

Feta isn't vegan. It isn't even vegetarian.

[@justacouplapaninis4986]

@@masansr feta isn't vegetarian?

[@masansr]

@@justacouplapaninis4986 Nope, feta is a protected term for cheeses that come from regions of Greece and have to use natural rennet from animals.

[@justacouplapaninis4986]

@@masansr neat, thanks for the info

[@hildamondonedo7317]

I like to sautee the onions first with garlic and celery. I also add 2 cooked carrots as well and a cup of olive oil goes in while baking. I know this is your version, but you did say they are Greek and we prepare them like mentioned above!

[@arisgaliatsatos595]

As a Greek, i approve. God that made me hungry

[@alkinoosmpoukouras]

In Greece It's illegal to eat Gigantes without feta.

[@jasondoe2596]

Truth.

[@xouat]

When I was serving in the Greek army they’d serve it with a side of sardines as well, which was yummy!

[@TheJapeKing]

@ThisIsMyRealName if your aunt one day has the privilage to taste genuine Greek feta matured in barrel then she will not ever taste another cheese with dishes like this one :)

[@barblue3]

We Greeks serve everything with feta!😂

[@elbmcook]

Feta makes the world a DELICIOUS place to live!

[@dedebarz5748]

I just made this recipe with canned Great White Northern beans, and it was very good. The sauce still needs about an hour to cook in order to thicken and develop the right flavor.

[@TheTommyKay]

Chef John, next time try making them the way Greek grandmoms do it: Soak the beans overnight in luke warm water and salt Replace the water to remove excess nitrogen Add fresh water Add to the water, celery leafs, carrots and chopped onion in chunks and ofc salt and pepper Add olive oil (generous amount), bay leaf and tomato paste (2 table spoons approx.) Set to boil Once tender place the batch in a baking tray Place in oven and when it starts to thicken, add chopped bbq sausage or polish kielbasa smoked sausage on top Once caramelized and the sausage is baked to almost a crisp remove and serve with feta cheese either on the side or shredded on top, plus a a sprinkle of olive oil and a tiny sprinkle of oregano. You will be amazed. It's a promise Get well soon and keep up with the puns....eerm good work ♥

[@tinyroomchaniacrete]

Which Greek grandmother adds sausages to gigantes ???? That's strange. And he replaced the soaking water with fresh water when cooking, not necessary to point that out. Also, there's a reason why we don't add salt at the beginning when cooking beans, you may want to check your facts. Peace

[@kajadasgupta4266]

That's right! The Polish variation of this dish always has Kiełbasa in it!

[@Montragon29]

As a Greek, i say this is correct. No dill! Only Celery leafs(and sometimes finely chopped root). Also sautee the onions and garlic before adding them in the mmix. And the use of country sausage in it is really a thing, although traditionally it was without sausage as it there was no abundance of meat back then...My granny used to put sausage in it and we still do. Chef John really try this recipe out, this the way true "fasolia gigantes" is made in Greece.Try searching for recipes "fasolia gigantes" or "φασόλια γίγαντες" in google for all those doubters...

[@ronnin2011]

@@Montragon29 Dude what r u even talking about? Celery leafs only is for fasolada, not for gigantes. I guess not all granmas knew how to cook traditional recipes propertly. And I don't even want to mention the sausage part.

[@user-py3mj6nd7dBianco]

No sausages or celery leaves just parsley for traditional γίγαντες.

[@TSD0416]

Thank you Chef John for this hearty and very delicious dish. It is -17 in Toronto and we all suffer from winter blues. I'm sure this dish will cheer up my big fat Persian family :)

[@joseantoniofernandez1890]

Your sense of humor must be contagious because I am under the weather too! Darned flu

[@joseantoniofernandez1890]

@K G at least I get to watch a lot of KZbin videos in bed. Get better soon!

[@liimakino]

@K G Me too. On antibiotics but it isn't working (5 days already) 😥😭😭😭

[@alexkg940]

Chef John, excellent idea going with a meatless Greek recipe . Well done. There are variations which include carrots, celery, leeks and parsley. Those additions make the beans more of a meal than a side dish.

[@Stagonas]

In gigantes? I'm familiar with the ingredients you mentioned in fasolada (bean stew) but I've never seen them in gigantes o.O

[@Thebosca1]

Interesting, I'm curious of trying this dish and the variations you were talking about, do you happen to have a link to the recipe? :)

[@alexkg940]

Thebosca1 try akispetretzikis.com , Greek baked giant beans recipe. Press the English icon at top right of website. Play around with ingredients . I think Chef John’s version is adapted to appeal to a wider audience that is used to baked bans as he mentions in video.

[@Thebosca1]

@@alexkg940 thank you very much

[@alexkg940]

Stagonas of course, Greek cuisine varies from one region to the next. Recipes from northern mountainous regions use different ingredients and techniques from the islands, for example. Chef John May have been inspired by a regional recipe of Greece that doesn’t use vegetables. That’s the beauty of sharing recipes.

[@poshdelux]

that's riggghhhttt BEANS ! I been stuck in a potato-rice-pasta cycle forgetting there is other starch in the world lol Thank u and get well soon!

[@Stagonas]

Don't forget corn and literally all legumes (lentils, chickpeas, fava beans etc).

[@holymaryfullofshit3790]

@@Stagonas heard fava beans go well with liver of census-taker and chianti

[@recoil53]

Plantains, yuca

[@chilanya]

enjoy your quinoa, bulgur and couscous, too!

[@the8thbrother]

"Corona bean" chef john knew

[@mgtowp.l.7756]

Can I Use Small Dried Lima Beans? I Can Not Find Any Corona Beans Here In Canada.

[@PockASqueeno]

I really want to eat these corona beans with a Corona beer while avoiding the coronavirus. That would be Corona cubed.

[@vetgarry2004]

Hi chef John, Greetings from Ireland. Having this very tasty looking dish today. Love your recipes! A tip you most likely already know to speed up the preparation time of all dried beans in general. Pour boiling water over them. Soak them for only one hour in this. Then cook them in a pressure cooker for only 8~10 min. Voila! Kind regards Garry

[@27kjh]

I’ve made this dish twice this week...it’s absolutely delicious. I was only able to find Jumbo Lima beans...they worked great. Thanks for this recipe.

[@Robin-ci2kx]

I was just wondering whether lima beans would work- easier to find, cheaper, and I have them already. Corona beans are expensive.

[@27kjh]

@@Robin-ci2kx I haven’t made this in a while. Your comment reminded me about this recipe and that’s what we’re having for supper tonight.👍

[@miljannyjets]

Serbian baked beans recipe is a bit different. My grandma used to cook 3 different sizes of beans. While the biggest one are cooked, the smallest ones are already dissolved which gives the soup more thickness and no tomato sauce is needed for baking. On our Orthodox Christmas we serve it with fish fillets 😍😍 However, I have to try this one with feta, dill and honey. Get well soon, chef John.

[@dwaynewladyka577]

After all, you are the Mr. Bean, of how you make your bean based Greek cuisine.

[@mickvk]

Double points awarded for that joke.

[@nayou4987]

Hello from Athens, Greece! Yes, these are the best baked beans ever!!!

[@FreterP]

My grandma makes this a little differently but I'm sure this also tastes great. While she's boiling the beans she sautés a yellow onion and a carrot, which she chops finely, adds those to the casserole dish with some dried mint and only half the amount of tomato purée and adds the bean cooking water instead of fresh water.

[@zoicon5]

I made these when the video came out a couple months back. I didn't eat the whole batch back then. I froze some, and can now report that they're excellent when defrosted.

[@anitaiparsa]

Hope you are feeling much better. Love your recipes! Thanks.

[@jewelsland3376]

Feel better Chef John.

[@meghanroy205]

Ooh the double play on plato-tomato PLUS philosophy!! You’re getting tooo good chef😎

[@nikumeru]

One thing we don't use in Gigantes (what we call the recipe here in Greece) is honey, we use a lot of carrots though, which could be considered a sweet component in the dish.

[@jasondoe2596]

I hadn't considered the carrots as a "sweet component", that's a good point. And yes, they're a good addition!

[@xouat]

Honey works well though, I even tried molasses which was even better (though unorthodox) because of the added smokiness

[@MariosDoumou]

@@xouat I don't know if you are greek but have you tried loukaniko (greek type of sausage)? By baking within the gigantes gives a very nice smoky flavor.

[@kalex888]

My favorite dish!

[@madrahal]

This was the food wish I didn’t even know I had. I love this dish!!! Thank you chef John!!!!!

[@juliemucha4890]

Made this twice now,,, so good had to make them again.😋 thanks chef I’m a big fan! The fresh dill is everything.

[@elisabethdowd1869]

Just looking at those beans is making my mouth water! Thanks for dragging yourself out of bed to make this delicious looking dish. Go back to bed and feel better soon - Michele too!

[@leyterispap6775]

being a greek myself,i would like to point out below that u will read as many different recipes for gigantes , as many greek grandma's are still alive... dont debate , thats the beauty...

[@skorkes]

Thank you for powering through when you are sick. I hope you feel better soon!

[@EllinonEnosis]

Gigante comes from " Γίγαντες " which means Giants in Greek :) And thats my mr Portocalos moment right there......im Greek after all...... :D thanks for the recipe im sure it tasted as it should ;) (ps : i double boil the beans in order to reduce significantly the "flatuation" caused by the beans ;) edit : Italiani Greci: una razza una faccia

[@AuMENUCOOKING]

NIce greek recipe my friend ! ! ! ! Very very interesting and great video ! ! ! ! Looks very yummy ! ! ! ! Hello from PARIS (FRANCE) 🍎🍭🍊🍚🍓🍄😍💛

[@constantin1959]

Very very nice! I have this in the Balkans a number of times, and your stuff looks definitely like it. Thanks

[@yT579]

Looks delish! I love watching and get tons of ideas!

[@StSdijle]

A stable in every Greek taverna for lunch and one of my favorites. Right after the baked artichokes, which Greeks eat during lent. Maybe you want to make a recipe for those as well? I admit for these things I do miss Athens....

[@MariosDoumou]

We Greeks mostly eat traditional food in our homes. We eat on tavernas more like fast food. Some tavernas and especially in Athens make some traditional food but I believe it's nothing like home traditional food. I'd suggest you next time you visit the country go eat to someone's house as we love to cook for friends.

[@vanna13v]

You're awesome! Always happy. 😃Such a good characteristic. I'm envious, lol.

[@acm1101]

These beans look fantastic. Just trying to imagine the flavor profile is making my mouth water. Get well soon Chef.

[@gemmag.2988]

I made this recipe and couldn't believe how tasty it was. I used tarragon instead of dill and it worked very well.

[@jennifer1036]

Hello Chef!! Thank you so much for all of your videos and for the time, effort, expense and knowledge you share with us. Special thanks for this video in a natural speech pattern. It was so nice not to have to turn on CC shortly after hitting play. When I want to enjoy your videos fully, I have to watch your early videos again. Best wishes to you and your loved ones. My family has certainly reaped the pleasure of my preparing your recipes. After all this time, there are many "favorites" that are requested weekly.

[@hamishhamilton396]

Ive made this 4 times now. Family loves it!

[@NinisCooking]

That sauce tho, with the honey... 😍 Hope you're getting better soon Chef, thank you for the recipe

[@MUDSWAT]

This is the most curious and unique dish I've seen you make!

[@jefferyneu3915]

Feel better soon Chef John! Thank you for working through the discomfort!😍

[@XimdaninworldismineX]

Chef John, thank you for putting out another amazing video, despite being sick. Geniuses deserve sick days too! We love you, and please take care- will most definitely try this recipe out too!

[@janicemartin1580]

Lol, 🤣 is on me. I don’t care for Lima beans or baked beans. But I watched video, then by coincidence, saw giant Lima beans while searching store shelf for Great Northern Beans. So I bought them and made it. Excellent! Not too sweet, very flavorful. Dill makes it special. Thanks for new recipe.

[@ZeepDr]

I love vegetarian dishes. Thank you.

[@chernobyl1185]

You can't beat Greek home cooking

[@buynsell365]

OMG !!!! I LOVE THIS .......... Man you know how to make me hungry. Thanks for sharing.

[@SophieLovesSunsets]

Aww I'm sorry to hear you were sick when you made this video Chef John but you were a trooper to continue cooking :) Greek baked bean casserole is such a delicious dish. My Greek hubby made this for a romantic dinner for us a few nights ago and it's without a doubt one of my favourite meals. The combo of the beans, onions, sauce, honey and feta cheese ... on my word ... it's perfection 🍅🍅🍅

[@truthhurts2225]

Just made this and it is delicious!! Thanks Chef John!

[@deepeastart8272]

I just made these today and they are very very good! I love corona beans and the cayenne sets it off so well. Thank you for this great recipe.

[@jesseobrien8471]

Mr. John...feel better soon....You are the king of the baked bean

[@hacapp8675]

Teleia! Perfect!!!!

[@nickgenericusername]

Yum that looks so comforting! Get well soon Chef John

[@AvrittRohwer]

Hey Chef John, just want to say I really appreciate the vegetarian recipes!

[@rlwalker2]

A winner that I'll be trying. I like the big bean idea. I usually use Navy or great northern beans.

[@jamesdooling4139]

Always need more recipes for the baked bean pot I rarely get to use! Now, I just need some family who will eat beans with me. I usually have to eat a pot of pintos all alone. Then... sleep alone for a week. 😁

[@cavekritter1]

Even all the local dogs and cats move upwind!!

[@MunmunsCookingHobby]

Hello friend wonderful recipe looks so yummmyyyy nice presentation I will try soon thumbs up and blessing 👍❤

[@piasano13]

Bravo Chef John. I am adding this to my bean folder.

[@glenkay6399]

I’ll add you to my bean folder

Definitely gonna try. Definitely gonna add a smoked ham hock. I will definitely "enjoy". Thanks.

[@Stagonas]

When Greeks feel a bit more carnivorous we tend to add some sliced rustic or smoked sausage right before we pop the dish in the oven so the flavored fat can mix with the beans :)

[@michelecox5241]

Blessings and feel better soon. Great stuff.

[@DH-hl2gp]

CORONA BEANS!! Cant bring this in my home now lol

[@StemerdinkC]

Right on time for clean Monday next week when most Greeks will have this on the table. Minus the feta that is.

[@kaylala1217]

WOOO CHEF JOHH WE LOVE YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@TheNicktheo]

Here in Greece we use a cup of olive oil , celery , carots and some green pepers. We skip the vinegar. But i am sure your recipe will taste good too. Greetings from Greece.

[@walkingmckinney]

I like that it doesn’t have any granulated white sugar. Will have to try this soon.

[@danielleanderson6371]

I mean, beans are full of carbs, which break down into sugar.

[@TheMasterSciFi]

Eeeh.... Honey is sugar...... 🙄

[@firegodessreiko]

@@TheMasterSciFi yes, but the refined part of white sugar is the part that's bad for folks who struggle with it. Honey is a better option.

[@TheMasterSciFi]

@@firegodessreiko it still has a lot of carbs and calories in it, so it is by no means healthy.

[@Elyoslayer]

I mean, you will have a very hard time finding Greek savory recipes that require sugar.

[@JaredPlane]

This does look awesome!

[@vinquinn]

You can find real "Gigantes" beans in a Greek ethnic grocery store. I live in Greece and they are now bringing them here from China. Try to get the real thing. You can save a few and plant them in your garden. You must fully cook beans in plain water. Once you add salt or acid, They do not soften properly.

[@hamishhamilton396]

I made this last night and had it with some garlic bread. It tasted amazing! Super easy to make (i used canned beans) =)

[@rainsrecipes7186]

Wow...That's look awesome.

[@ahhhfakemonsters]

I'm always looking for new bean recipes! I'm definitely going to try this one soon

[@wakingwookie]

When i make this recipe i usually put also some thyme, chilli flakes and smoked paprika which makes the beans taste like meat! Its one of my favourite dishes!!

[@wuerzelburg]

Thanks for presenting Greek 'inspired recipes. In Greece and Greek traditional home cooking we actually sautè first the onions and mix in the sautè pan the rest of the secondary ingredients and then put it on the beans and of course bake the whole thing. We don't use honey and cayenne pepper (I will try it though ). Maybe, just maybe some people use a pinch of sugar the 'calibrate' the tomato acidity. Furthermore it would be perfect even with classic white onions . I prefer white ordinary onions in cooked food and of course red onions for Greek salads of all kinds. Finally usually we eat it with a slice (or chunk) of feta like you show it in the end and not with crumbled feta. Personally I think it is best eaten lukewarm rather than hot. A Greek salad is a must to serve preferably without feta cheese if we used a slice on our baked beans dish.

[@delicatedark2376]

Chef John, isn’t it past your bedtime?!

[@davetilden68]

Praying for you chef John, get better

[@mickypoo4622]

That really does look like a wonderful veggie dish, so may thanks.

[@ghassanco1]

I'm definitely making this tomorrow.

[@26muca07]

Your voice is so smooth anyone can tell when you're sick, Chef. Get better soon!

[@tathagataguha6206]

Get well soon chef John

[@raytimpson3361]

Feel better Chef John!

[@SelkyCircus]

I plan all my lunches for the week with your recipes, Chef John! I have to try this one next week

[@motherofallnationssoblesse4856]

I love baked beans

[@marathee960]

That looks tantalizing delicious

[@Astavyastataa]

It's funny, I just watched this yesterday and today, as I was walking back home from work, I remembered there was a greek restaurant across the street from my apartment and so I went there and saw that they had Gigantes on the menu, so I had those for dinner tonight and it was great.

[@ericlarson9386]

My wife and I have found a bunch of baked bean recipes from the late 1800's to early 1900's. Our favorite so far starts by boiling the beans with a clove studded onion. There has to be more and I know thatChef John would be the right person to bring them back.

[@Saute]

Wow . It looks so yummy. ♥️♥️♥️

[@authoritarian7175]

It is

[@kght222]

1:25 last time i learned about soaking beans is that you soak em in the pot your gonna cook them in, and you use at least the ammount of water that you are going to use to cook them, but just filling the pot with water is the best bet, you can always strain em out.

[@arynnehempstock1108]

Love what you said about dill!

[@balares]

It is also very common to put a plant from the celery family (very similar to celery) in the sauce.

[@TheJapeKing]

for us Greeks, cuisine and our foods is kinda a sacred thing... and is really really really really rare to see a non Greek to perfome dishes welll... first it was the chicken soup, after that the chicken in the oven, after that a tzatziki and now Gigantes (as we say it here in Greece)... and you nailed all of them :) i am really proud of you chef John ! just to inform you from places to places they put parsley instead of dill... and the tomato sauce amount is less (or even no sauce at all to some Islands)... all versions are extremely delicious :)

[@cabbage4254]

Looks great! I’m on the Mediterranean Diet and I’m going to try this. Thanks!

[@tootz1950]

Cut the honey and it's opposite, vinegar in half.

[@maggieonsecurity]

I hope you feel better Chef John!

[@sijoonjang3997]

Wow this looks phenomenal. I'm gonna have to try!