Ingredients
- 1 pound Great Northern beans, soaked overnight and drained
- 2 bay leaves
- 3 cloves garlic, 2 crushed, 1 peeled and minced
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 quart chicken broth, homemade or low-sodium canned
- ½ teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, plus more to taste
- Nutritional Information
Nutritional analysis per serving (4 servings)
464 calories; 3 grams fat; 1 gram saturated fat; 1 gram monounsaturated fat; 1 gram polyunsaturated fat; 72 grams carbohydrates; 17 grams dietary fiber; 3 grams sugars; 38 grams protein; 2 milligrams cholesterol; 1874 milligrams sodium
Note: Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available data.
Four to six servings
Preparation
- Combine all the ingredients in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil, lower the heat to medium and simmer gently, uncovered, until the beans are soft, about 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
- Transfer to a food processor and puree until smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve with the lamb shanks.
2 hours
Dining and Cooking