Tuscan-Style Beans with Garlic and Sage

2 servings

80 minutes

Tuscan-style beans with garlic and sage are the heart of Italy's rustic cuisine, a simple yet refined dish infused with Mediterranean aromas. White beans gently simmered over low heat achieve a creamy texture, while garlic and sage fill it with a delicate spicy bouquet. This traditional dish often accompanies meat dishes like tender veal shank braised with tomatoes and red wine, creating a perfect union of flavors. The recipe's origins delve deep into Tuscan gastronomy, where respect for natural ingredients and slow cooking transforms simple products into culinary masterpieces. The beans are served warm with a drizzle of olive oil, allowing each ingredient to fully express itself, providing comfort and enjoyment in every bite.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 226.9
• Proteins: 14.7g
• Fats: 2.1g
• Carbohydrates: 36.6g

Ingredients

• Water: 2 l
• White beans: 400 g
• Salt: to taste
• Garlic: 2 clove
• Sage: 2 pc
• Olive oil: 2 ml

Cooking steps

1. Pour cold water over the beans and let them soak until they swell.

   Required ingredients:

   • White beans: 400 g
   • Water: 2 l

2. Then drain the water, place all ingredients in a pot, add 2 liters of water, and cook on very low heat. Do not increase the heat so that the beans do not move in the pot.

   Required ingredients:

   • White beans: 400 g
   • Water: 2 l
   • Garlic: 2 cloves
   • Sage: 2 pieces
   • Olive oil: 2 ml
   • Salt:  to taste

3. We cook for about an hour. The beans are ready. We serve it with veal shank stewed with tomatoes and red wine.