Instructions: Wash beans well in several changes of water. Place in a large pot with the 8 cups of water and bring to the boil. Boil for 2 minutes, remover from the heat and leave pan covered until beasn become plump. Time varies acording to beans, with smaller beans plumping in 1 hour, larger beans take about 2 hours.

Add remaining ingredients except salt and bring to the boil. Cover pan and boil gently for 1 1/2 hours. Add salt to taste and cook for a further 30 t0 60 minutes until beans are tender. Again, time depends on beans.

Serve hot in soup plates, sprinkling chopped parsley on each serving.

Crusty breas, black olives, cheese and wine can accompany fassoulatha for a complete meal.

Preparation Time: 3:00

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