Beans Plaki

Directions

1. 1
   Place beans in a pot and cover with water.
2. 2
   Bring to a boil.
3. 3
   Simmer covered 2 to 3 hours, until just tender.
4. 4
   Drain.
5. 5
   Heat oil in a saucepan, add onion, and cook until translucent.
6. 6
   Add garlic, tomato sauce, celery, carrot, bay leaf, oregano, sugar, salt, and pepper.
7. 7
   Simmer 5 minutes.
8. 8
   (If sauce is too thick, add a little water.
9. 9
   ).
10. 10
    Add beans to sauce and simmer covered about 20 minutes or until tender.
11. 11
    Serve hot or cold with a cruet of wine vinegar.