Baked Beans with Tomatoes

• 8 oz cannellini or white kidney beans, soaked overnight and drained
• 1 lb peeled and chopped tomatoes
• 2 cloves garlic, lightly crushed but whole
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped mixed fresh herbs (basil, oregano) or 1 teaspoon of freeze-dried herbs
• 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• Salt and black pepper

Directions :

1. Cook the beans in a large pan of salted water until tender, about 1 hour. Drain well.
2. Preheat the oven to 400 degree F. (200 degree C.).
3. Place the beans in a large baking dish. Mix in the tomatoes, garlic, herbs and oil. Season with salt and pepper, Pour the mixture tomatoes, garlic… into the baking dish.
4. Bake for 1 hour. Serve hot.

Sources : Simply Delicious – Vegetarian by Carla Bardi.