Beans with Carrots and Onion

Cover the beans with cold water and let them soak for 4-5 hours or overnight.

Drain the beans and replace the water, then add the bay leaf and allspice. Bring the beans to a boil and cook for about 1.5-2 hours, until fully tender. Add salt at the very end of cooking.

Peel the onion and slice it into half-rings.

Peel the carrots and grate them on a coarse grater.

Sauté the onion in vegetable oil for 5-10 minutes, until translucent.

Add the carrots, stir, and cook for about 15-20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, and stir to combine.

Add the cooked beans and stir to combine.

Add the garlic pressed through a garlic press and stir to combine. Turn off the heat.

This delicious and aromatic bean dish is ready to serve.