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One-Pot Brothy Beans With Herbs and Lemon
INGREDIENTS
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1 lb dried white beans
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1 tbsp dried thyme 1 tbsp dried oregano 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
3 tbsp olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, quartered 2 shallots, quartered 1 stick celery, chopped 5 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 tsp chili flakes
6–8 cups vegetable stock Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 1/2 tbsp white miso 1–2 tbsp lemon juice
DIRECTIONS
1. Soak beans overnight in water with 1 tbsp of salt. Drain and set aside. 2. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat, then add onions, shallots, and celery. Brown all sides lightly, about 10 minutes. 3. Add garlic, thyme, oregano, paprika, and chili flakes. Stir and sauté about 1–2 minutes. 4. Add beans and 6 cups of stock. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then lower heat to a simmer. Cook for 1 1/2 hours partially covered, adding more stock if needed. 5. In a measuring cup, combine miso and a cup of hot stock from the pot. Whisk to dissolve, then pour back into the pot. Test doneness, add lemon juice, then serve garnished with chopped parsley.
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