Dominic's Beans

Total Time: 4 hrs 15 mins Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 4 hrs

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 lb dried bean
• 3 cloves garlic, chopped
• 1 teaspoon fresh sage, minced
• 2 cups canned italian plum tomatoes
• salt and pepper
• freshly grated parmesan cheese, to serve with.

Recipe

• 1 rinse, then soak beans overnight in large pan full of water.
• 2 the next day, drain and add fresh water.
• 3 be sure to cover beans with at least 3 inches of fresh water.
• 4 bring to a boil over high heat.
• 5 immediately lower heat and gently simmer until tender, adding more water as necessary.
• 6 (this may take 3- 4 hrs).
• 7 set aside.
• 8 heat olive oil in saucepan over medium heat.
• 9 when hot, add garlic and sage.
• 10 cook, stirring frequently, until garlic begins to brown.
• 11 add beans, tomatoes, salt and pepper.
• 12 cook approximately 30 minutes, until very thick.
• 13 remove from heat.
• 14 serve immediately with grated cheese.