Macedonian Bean Stew Recipe - Gravče na Tavče | CulinaryCreationss

Ingredients

• 1 lb (approx. 450g) dry large white beans (Tetovo beans are traditional, but great northern beans, cannellini, or huge white beans like large butter beans work perfectly)
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 4-5 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup olive oil or sunflower oil (plus extra for sautéing)
• 2 tablespoons sweet paprika
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional, for extra depth)
• 1 teaspoon dried mint
• 2-3 bay leaves
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (for a thicker sauce, optional)
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• Water or vegetable broth for cooking beans