Remove the rosemary sprigs and serve the borlotti beans with the garlic crumbs sprinkled on top. In May 2013 this recipe was costed at £3.35 at Asda, £3.47 at Tesco and £3.93 at Sainsbury’s.

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Soak the dried Borlotti beans in fresh water for 24 to 30 hours before cooking. No need to do so if using fresh Borlotti. Chop onion, garlic, chili (optional), rosemary leaves, vegetable stock ...

If using dried borlotti beans, they will need to be soaked for ... then strain and proceed as in the recipe.