This musky, heat loving herb is delightful to simply bury your nose in. The following recipe from Vegan Planet is so easy and was voted “the best meal ever” by a farm helper (until a week later when we had carrot dogs!).
Tuscan White Beans with Garlic and Sage
“The people of Tuscany have a prolific bean preparation repertoire. Among their classic recips is a simple sautee of white beans, garlic and sage. This is delicious as a topping for bruscetta or pasta. You may add chopped greens such as escarole or broccoli rabe, if you like.
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzing if desired
2 garlic cloves, minced
10 fresh sage leaves, minced
3 cups cooked, or 2 15-oz. cans cannellini or other white beans, drained and rinsed
salt and freshly ground black pepper
1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the sage and cook, stirring, until fragrant, 30 seconds more.
2. Add the beans, stirring to coat. Simmer over low heat until hot, about 10 minutes. Season with S & P to taste and drizzle with a little olive oil, if desired. Serve hot.”
So simple! So good, healthy and inexpensive too.
