Halibut and Bean Stew

Recipe source: Bon Appetit (December 2007)

• Ready In: 35 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 4  bacon, slices chopped
• 1  cup shallot, sliced
• 3  tablespoons olive oil
• 6  garlic cloves, chopped
• 1 (14 1/2ounce) can tomatoes, diced
• 1 (8 ounce) bottle  clam juice
• 1⁄2 cup white wine
• 1⁄2 teaspoon saffron thread
• 2 (15 ounce) cans white beans, drained
• 1 1⁄2 lbs halibut fillets, cut into chunks

Directions

1. In a large pot over medium high heat saute the bacon and shallots until bacon is crisp (5-10 minutes).
2. Stir in olive oil and garlic and cook stirring another minute or so.
3. Stir in tomatoes, wine and saffron and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
4. Stir in beans and fish and bring stew to a simmer. Cover; and simmer until fish is done (5 minutes).
5. Season with salt and pepper.