Puree of Beans and Garlic

1. 1

   Sort and wash beans and put into pan with a large quantity cold water.

2. 2

   bring slowly to boil over period of 45 mins, as soon as water bubbles drain off water and cover the beans with more boiling water.

3. 3

   add bouquet garni and the onion peeled and stuck with the cloves.

4. 4

   continue cooking slowly for another 13/4 hours.

5. 5

   season with salt towards end of cooking time.

6. 6

   drain and keep 5 fluid oz of cooking liquid.

7. 7

   put beans thru blender but watch carefully to retain a texture in the puree.

8. 8

   mix in the crushed garlic and ground walnuts.

9. 9

   add the olive oil and as much cooking liquid as is needed to obtain required consistency.

10. 10

    season well and add sherry vinegar to taste.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.