Tuscan White Beans

An easy recipe that can be made ahead. It travels very well, and should be served at room temperature. It's healthy, too. What more can you ask for?

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Serves: 8-10

Ingredients

• 1⁄2 cup  chopped onion
• 1⁄2 cup  chopped celery
• 1⁄2 cup  chopped carrot
• 1⁄3 cup  chopped fresh parsley
• 1  tablespoon lemon zest
• 1⁄3 cup fresh lemon juice
• 2  tablespoons  chopped fresh sage
• 2  tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 3 (15 1/2ounce) cans cannellini beans, drained and rinsed (or any white bean)
• 2  garlic cloves, minced

Directions

1. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and let rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.
2. Can be refrigerated up to two days, but serve at room temperature.