One popular nutritious specialty from the sunny Mediterranean region are Giant Butter Beans in Tomato Sauce, called "Gigantes" in Greece.

• These hearty beans have a creamy texture and can be warmed and eaten out of the can as an appetizer with meats, cheeses, and olives.
• They also work well for a side dish, see the picture above, and the link to accompanying recipe for Greek Butter Bean Salad