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Macedonian · North Macedonia

Macedonian Tavče Gravče with Crispy Bacon and Dill

A classic Macedonian dish of beans cooked with garlic, onions, and a smoky bacon topping.

70 minutes4 servings
Macedonian Tavče Gravče with Crispy Bacon and Dill
Photo: Наташа Величковска · CC BY-SA 4.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. Soak beans overnight. Drain and cook in fresh water until tender, about 1 hour.
  2. In a pan, cook bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same pan, sauté onion and garlic until golden.
  4. Add cooked beans, paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
  5. Top with crispy bacon and dill before serving.

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