Tuscany Bean Soup

Directions

1. 1
   Combine beans with water to cover by 2 inches in large saucepan and let stand overnight.
2. 2
   Drain and rinse beans.
3. 3
   Bring beans and 5 cups to a boil in saucepan.
4. 4
   Reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour or until just tender.
5. 5
   Drain.
6. 6
   Melt butter in large saucepan in medium heat.
7. 7
   Add celery, carrots, green onion, garlic, basil, salt and pepper.
8. 8
   Cook for 5 minutes.
9. 9
   Cover and reduce heat to low and cook 10-15 minutes until vegetables are tender.
10. 10
    Add beans and vegetables broth to saucepan.
11. 11
    Bring to a boil.
12. 12
    Reduce heat to medium-low.
13. 13
    Cover and simmer for 30 minutes.
14. 14
    Serve with Parmesan and Parsley to each serving just before bringing it to the table.