Warm Cannellini Beans With Sage - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 cups dried cannellini beans, sorted and soaked overnight (about 12 oz.or use great northern beans)
6 cups water
1 bay leaf
2 fresh thyme sprigs (or winter savory sprigs)
10 fresh sage leaves
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
salt
freshly ground black pepper
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/3 cup dry white wine
1/2 tablespoon Italian parsley, chopped

Preparation

Drain the soaked beans and rinse them well. Pour into a large saucepan with the water, bay leaves, savory, and 2 of the sage leaves.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, until tender, about 35-40 minutes. Watch closely during the last 5-10 minutes to make sure the skins have softened and the beans have opened but still hold their shape. Remove the herbs and bay leaves. Leave the beans in their broth.
While the beans are cooking, chope the remaining sage leaves. Heat the oil in a large skillet and add the onion, 1/2 tsp salt, and a few grinds of pepper.
Saute over medium heat until the onion begins to release it's juices. Add the garlic and sage; saute for about 10 minutes, then add the wine and cook for a mintue or two, until the pan is nearly dry.
Add the beans and their broth to the onions along with 1/2 teaspoons salt and a few more grinds of pepper.
Lower the heat and cook for 20 minutes, adding a little water if needed to keep the beans saucy. Add salt and pepper to taste. Add the parsley just before serving.
Enjoy!