COZY DINNER

With highs in the teens this week we are staying in and reading good books.  Here's what's for dinner.

 White Bean Soup

1 pound bag of dried white beans (I used navy beans but other varieties will work)

1 large yellow onion

2 quarts chicken stock (that's the same as 2 of those cartons of chicken broth)

2 Tablespoons olive oil

4 large carrots, diced

3-4 stalks of celery, diced

1 teaspoon dried sage, marjoram and parsley ( I think the sage is the important herb here, just throw in other stuff if you have on hand)

splash of hot sauce

1tsp salt and pepper

Heat oil in a soup pot and cook onions for a few minutes.  Add everything else and simmer all afternoon!  

 variations:  make it a little southwest by adding chopped cooked chicken, and a can of diced tomatoes and green chilies OR tuscan style with canned Italian tomatoes, a little garlic and some parmesan cheese sprinkled on top

This recipe is healthy, hearty and very adjustable.  There are no rules except serve it with  crusty golden cornbread.  THAT is a must!