Cannellini Beans with Garlic and Sage
Cannellini Beans with Garlic and Sage is a flavorful Continental Global Delicacies dish prepared with quality ingredients. Place beans in large bowl.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionPlace beans in large bowl.
Cover with cold water (at least 6 cups) and let soak overnight.
Drain beans.
Place in heavy large pot.
Add 8 cups room-temperature water, 2 tablespoons olive oil, garlic, sage, and black peppercorns.
Bring to simmer over medium-high heat.
Reduce heat to mediumlow; simmer uncovered 1 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally.
Mix in 1 teaspoon coarse salt.
Continue to simmer until beans are tender, adding more water if needed to keep beans covered, about 30 minutes longer.
Cool beans in liquid 1 hour.
Using slotted spoon, transfer beans to serving bowl, reserving bean cooking liquid, if desired, but discarding garlic, sage, and peppercorns.
Season beans to taste with pepper and more coarse salt.
Drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil and serve.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.
