Cannellini Beans With Tomatoes And Basil Recipe

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   Drain and rinse the beans and place them in a large saucepan.

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   Cover generously with cool water, then add in the bay leaf and herb sprigs.

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   Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cook at a gentle boil till tender, about 20 to 25 min.

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   Taste the beans to be sure which they're cooked through.

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   If the skins are still tough, cook them a little longer till the skins loosen and the beans begin to open up.

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   While the beans are cooking, bring a small pot of water to a boil.

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   Drop the onion in and cook for 15 seconds; scoop out and toss with 1/2 Tbsp.

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   Champagne vinegar.

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   Combine the red wine vinegar, lemon zest, garlic, 3/4 tsp.

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    salt, and 1/4 tsp.

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    pepper in a bowl and whisk in the extra virgin olive oil.

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    Core and seed the tomatoes; cut into large pcs.

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    Drain the cooked beans and toss them immediately with the vinaigrette.

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    The warm beans wil soak up all the good flavors.

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    Cold, then add in the tomatoes, onion, and basil.

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    It's best to marinate the beans for an hour or possibly two.

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    Season to taste with salt and pepper and a splash of Champagne vinegar if needed; serve at room temperature.

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    NOTES : For a light summer meal, serve with grilled sourdough bread, fresh mozzarella cheees and an assortment of black olives.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.