White Bean & Garlic Stew Recipe

Directions:

1. Break the garlic bulb into cloves and peel off the skin, leaving cloves whole.
2. If some of the cloves are very large, you may cut them in half lengthwise.
3. Spray a large, non-stick pan lightly with olive oil.
4. Add the onion and sauté until it turns a rich, medium-brown, about 5 minutes.
5. Add the garlic, carrots ans celery and sauté for 1 more minute.
6. Add the beans, tomatoes, bay leaves, and vegetable broth.
7. Cover the pot and simmer for about an hour, adding water if it gets too thick.
8. Stir in the salt and pepper.
9. If you're serving the stew right away, add all the parsley and the lemon juice.
10. If you're serving it later or at room temperature, add the parsley and lemon juice right before serving.