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Uncle Luke Beans (Judías Blancas a Lo Tío Lucas)
 
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 50 Minutes
Ready In: 60 Minutes
Servings: 6
According to The Book of Spanish Cuisine, these Jewish Uncle to Luke Beans are a typical dish of Madrid cuisine made from beans cooked with pork fat. The dish is named after Uncle Luke, owner of a tavern in Madrid at Sevilla street. This recipe was very popular between 1850 and 1865, and is still served in some Madrid bars.
Ingredients:
1/4 lb chorizo sausage
1/4 lb ham or 1/4 lb prosciutto, cut in pieces
1 lb dried white bean
1/4 cup olive oil
3 peppercorns
1 tablespoon chopped parsley
3 garlic cloves (pressed or finely chopped)
1 bay leaf
1/4 teaspoon thyme
2 cloves, crushed
1/2 teaspoon salt
Directions:
1. Place the beans in large pot of cold water; bring to a boil; drain; cover with 1 quart of water.
2. Add all the remaining ingredients except salt and cook, covered, over low heat at least 45 minutes, or until beans are tender. Add salt and cook slowly another 10 minutes.
3. Serve with sardines, if desired.
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