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

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

Corona beans. *Cries in 2020*

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.

"Corona bean" chef john knew

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

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

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.

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

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!

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

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

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!

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

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.

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 ♥

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!

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

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

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.

My favorite dish!

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.

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

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

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

Ive made this 4 times now. Family loves it!

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

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

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

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 :)

Blessings and feel better soon. Great stuff.

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

Looks amazing!!!

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.

That looks amazing!

Teleia! Perfect!!!!

I will need to try this!

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

Looks delicious!

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.

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!

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

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

Looks delicious! Thank you for sharing! 🤗

Chef, I made it today. Sooooooooo good 🥳🥳🥳 Thank you!

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

That looks tantalizing delicious

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.

Another A+++. Looks delicious.

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.

Wow...That's look awesome.

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

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

I'm definitely making this tomorrow.

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

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

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!

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...

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.

This does look awesome!

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 🍅🍅🍅

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

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

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

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

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

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.

Yum that looks so comforting! Get well soon Chef John

Thank you for the vid!

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

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

Feel better Chef John.

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

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. 😁

This looks delicous!

Love what you said about dill!

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

Wow . It looks so yummy. ♥️♥️♥️

Amazing as always

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

I'm making this tomorrow 🤩

Omg!! YUM-MY!!!😍

Looks amazing!

Gigantes!!!👌👌👌😍😍😍

Posted less than 20 minutes ago and I'm watching it. Looks amazing as usual.

You can't beat Greek home cooking

You inspire me Chef John!

I’m making this! 🙏🏾

These look delicious!! Get well-Chef John!

Feel better Chef John!

YUM!!!! My family will adore this. Thanks a bunch. Turning it vegan and sharing!

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

I love vegetarian dishes. Thank you.

Had to sub after watching this one chef John! Another beautiful dish.

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

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.

Ooh..looks good Chef John!

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....

I put a like even before watching the video

Feel better!