1lbwhite beansdried; great northern or navy (1 lb is about 2 ½ cups)
12cupswater
4clovesgarlicpeeled and crushed
5sagefresh
1bay leaf
salt and pepperto taste
4tbspolive oilextra virgin, high quality
Instructions
Place beans, water, garlic, sage, bay leaf and 2 Tbsp. oil in a heavy saucepan. Cover and slowly bring to a simmer over medium-low heat, about 1 hour. Gently simmer, stirring occasionally, until beans are tender but not mushy, about 1-2 hours more.
Remove from heat, set aside, and allow beans to cool in the cooking liquid for 15 minutes. Season well with salt and pepper.
To serve, drain the beans and drizzle with remaining 2 Tbsp. olive oil. You can also serve the beans on crostini as an appetizer.