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4 oz (1/2 cup) dry canellini beans, soaked and drained

Make 4 oz (1/2 cup) dry canellini beans, soaked and drained at home with Water, Chestnuts, Celery, and Onion. Keep it handy for the next time you cook it.

Ingredients

• 1/2 pt
• 1 lb
• 1 stick
• 1

Method (preview)

1. 1

   Cook beans in 1/2 pint (1 1/4 cups) water til tender.

2. 2

   Drain and reserve the stock.

3. 3

   Meanwhile, slit the chestnuts with a knife and bake in a moderate oven til soft.

4. 4

   When cool, remove the shells and skins.

5. 5

   Chop the veggies and soften in the sauteing liquid.

6. 6

   Mix in the beans, chestnuts, and 1 1/2 pints (3 3/4 cups) water and blend to a puree.

7. 7

   Season well and dilute with a little of the reserved bean stock to the desired consistency.

8. 8

   Heat thoroughly.

9. 9

   Serve with warm french bread.