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4–5
Easy
Published 1999
Soak the butter beans in cold water for several hours or overnight. Drain the beans, cover them in fresh unsalted water and simmer gently in a covered pan until they become very soft – about 30 minutes to one hour. Meanwhile, quarter the pepper lengthways (or cut into halves if using smaller peppers), discarding the seeds and stem. Lay the pieces skin side upwards under a very hot grill until t