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navy beans

🥗Healthier: cannellini beans

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Pinto beans are often less expensive and still nutritious.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable stock

💰Cheaper: water

Using water is cost-effective, while homemade stock is healthier.

Soak navy beans overnight in water.

Drain and rinse the beans.

In a large pot, sauté chopped onion, carrots, and celery until soft.

Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.

Pour in vegetable broth and add soaked beans, bay leaves, and thyme.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1-2 hours until beans are tender.

Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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