Senator's navy bean soup

8 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1cupDried navy beans
1tablespoonOlive oil
¾cupDiced onion
¼cupDiced carrot
¼cupDiced celery
5cupsVegetable stock
½teaspoonThyme
Salt and pepper; as desired
3tablespoonsLemon juice

Directions

COVER THE BEANS with cold water and soak overnight. The next day, drain and discard water. Place oil in a 2-quart pot over medium heat and add the onions, carrots and celery. Cook for 5 minutes. Add the broth, beans, thyme, salt and pepper. Cover, reduce heat to low and cook until beans are soft, about 1½ hours. Add lemon juice and serve.

Michael Roberts, "Prodigy Guest Chefs Cookbook"