Greek Bean Soup (Fasoulada) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3 tablespoons olive oil
3 medium onions, sliced
2 medium carrots, diced
2 medium celery ribs, sliced
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 teaspoons dill weed
2 tablespoons tomato paste
8 cups water (2 quarts)
1 lb great northern bean, sorted,soaked overnight,rinsed,and drained
salt and pepper
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (optional)

Preparation

Heat olive oil in large pot; add onions, and saute until tender.
Add carrots, celery, parsley, and dill weed; cook until carrots are glazed, 5-7 minutes.
Mix in tomato paste, water, and beans; season to taste with salt and pepper.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover.
Simmer over low heat 1 or more hours or until beans are tender.
Stir in lemon juice, if desired, just before serving.