Ingredients

  • 1 large yellow onion
  • 1 large bag organic carrots
  • 1 large bag organic celery
  • 1 small can organic tomato paste
  • 4 cups organic tomato sauce or 4 cups puree
  • 4 cups good greek extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 cups water, to dilute
  • 1 tablespoon salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 regular size bag navy beans
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • 1 large can whole tomato

Method

  • Leave beans to soak over night.
  • Chop carrots, onions and celery ribs (with leaves) and add to pot with garlic sauteing in EVOO.
  • Add tomato paste, sauce, and whole tomato, crush in hand.
  • Add navy beans.
  • Add enough water to cover, and remaining EVOO.
  • Boil covered for an hour, turn way down heat, and simmer at least 4 hours.
  • The longer, the better.
  • Enjoy with additional EVOO on top, crusty bread, and a good hunk of feta.