Instructions

  1. Saute onion, carrot, celery, and garlic in the olive oil in a LARGE soup pot for about 10 minutes.
  2. Add broth, beans, and sage.
  3. Simmer 1 hour (or more).
  4. Add salt and coarse ground pepper.
  5. Puree soup with immersion blender (or food processor in batches).
  6. Serve with croutons and/or bacon bits.