Marry Me White Beans

Recipe: Marry Me White Beans

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups dried white beans (like cannellini or great northern beans), soaked overnight and drained
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 carrot, diced
  • 1 celery stalk, diced
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
  • Optional: 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (for serving)