Ingredients
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3 tablespoons olive oil
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2 medium carrots, diced
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2 medium celery ribs, sliced
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3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
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2 teaspoons dill weed
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2 tablespoons tomato paste
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8 cups water (2 quarts)
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salt and pepper
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2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
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3 medium onions, sliced
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1 lb great northern bean, sorted,soaked overnight,rinsed,and drained
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in large pot; add onions, and saute until tender.
- Add carrots, celery, parsley, and dill weed; cook until carrots are glazed, 5-7 minutes.
- Mix in tomato paste, water, and beans; season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover.
- Simmer over low heat 1 or more hours or until beans are tender.
- Stir in lemon juice, if desired, just before serving.