BEANS AND GARLIC TOAST IN BROTH

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A simple dish of creamy, thin-skinned beans and broth on toast is easy to make, and a comfort to eat alone or feed a crowd. If you make the beans ahead of time, they can keep in the fridge for 3 days, but may need a splash of water added when you heat them up. The broth is a great way to make use of parmigiano rinds, if you happen to be saving those, but if you don't have any lying around, you can still make it rich with umami: Whisk a heaped tablespoon of white miso with a little of the bean broth to make it smooth and lump-free, then add it back to the pot. It will add a similar, savory depth. The dish seems plain, but it won't be if you season the broth well, and garnish each bowl generously with olive oil, grated cheese and herbs, just before you eat it.

Provided by Tejal Rao

Categories     dinner, lunch, weeknight, beans, main course

Time 4h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup dried beans, such as cannellini or cranberry
1 small onion, peeled
2 garlic cloves, peeled
Up to 4 ounces Parmesan rinds
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon kosher salt
4 thick slices crusty sourdough bread
Extra-virgin olive oil
1 garlic clove, peeled
2 tablespoons parsley leaves, chopped
1 tablespoon marjoram leaves, chopped
Flaky sea salt, finely grated Parmesan and freshly ground black pepper, for serving

Steps:

  • If you remember, soak the beans in cold water overnight, or for 10 to 12 hours. Rinse beans, and place in a large heavy-bottomed pot with onion, garlic, Parmesan rinds, olive oil and salt. Cover beans with water, so the water level is a couple of inches above the beans, and bring to a boil, then turn heat down so it's simmering gently. Put a lid on the pot, and cook until beans are tender, adding more water as needed to keep the beans submerged. This could take 1 to 2 hours or more, depending on the beans and whether or not you soaked them. (If you're using an electric pressure cooker: Add 5 cups water, set the machine to high pressure and cook for 25 minutes, then allow the machine to slowly depressurize on its own.)
  • Use a spoon to fish out the onion, garlic and cheese rinds; discard. Taste a couple of beans along with the broth. It should be opaque and slightly creamy; adjust the seasoning with more salt if needed.
  • Brush both sides of each piece of bread with olive oil, and place on a foil-lined sheet pan. Run the pan under the broiler for 2 minutes, so the bread is crisp at the edges and nicely toasted, then flip bread and repeat. While the bread is still hot, rub a garlic clove along one side of each piece, as if you were grating the garlic on the bread, pushing just firmly enough for the clove to fray and dissolve slightly into the bread.
  • To assemble, place a piece of bread at the bottom of four wide, shallow bowls and ladle hot beans and broth on top. Wait a few seconds for the bread to absorb some broth, then ladle a little extra on each one, so it's swimming. Garnish the bowls generously: Drizzle olive oil all over the beans, sprinkle with herbs and flaky sea salt, cover with finely grated Parmesan and grind a little black pepper on top.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 602, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 80 grams, Fat 21 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 26 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 1230 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams, TransFat 0 grams

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This soup is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


kumar shuvo
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I'm not a big fan of beans, but this soup was actually really good. The garlic and broth really make a difference.


RIPON RANA
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This is the best bean soup I've ever had. The broth is so flavorful and the beans are cooked perfectly.


alvaman 2.0
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This soup is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I'm definitely going to be making it again.


Sabil Khan
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This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day.


Sudip Grg
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I love the way the garlic and broth come together in this soup. It's so flavorful and comforting.


md ab wahab
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This soup is so versatile. You can add different vegetables, beans, or even meat to it. It's a great way to clean out your fridge.


Akarul Islam
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover beans. I always have a few cans of beans in my pantry, so this is a great recipe to have on hand.


Jacky kageha
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's just a few ingredients, but they come together to create a delicious and flavorful soup.


Ansumah Issifu
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's hearty and filling, and the garlic flavor is amazing.


Mawadda Basadien
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I added some extra vegetables to this soup, like carrots and celery, and it turned out great. It's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Ki Fowler
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This soup is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I love the way the garlic and broth come together.


Tatoe Ryan
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again and again.


Mr Alpha
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Bernice Dampare
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This soup is just what I needed on a cold winter day. It's hearty and filling, and the garlic flavor is amazing.


Lynn Gonzales
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I wasn't sure how this recipe would turn out, but I was pleasantly surprised. The broth was rich and flavorful, and the beans were tender and creamy. I'll definitely be making this again.


Ratul Das
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This soup is so easy to make and it's packed with flavor. I love that I can use canned beans, which makes it a quick and easy weeknight meal.


violet beauty world tv
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always delicious. I love the combination of beans, garlic, and broth. It's a great way to warm up on a cold day.


4451 83t
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The broth was flavorful and the beans were cooked perfectly. I added a few extra vegetables, like carrots and celery, and it turned out great.