Tuscan White Beans

• 3 T olive oil, plus 2 T olive oil
• 2 oz chopped bacon
• 1 small onion, minced
• 1 small clove garlic, minced
• 1/2 t dried thyme
• 2 cups chicken broth
• salt and pepper to taste
• 2 15 oz cans canellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 T fresh chopped mixed herbs (such as parsley, thyme, oregano, rosemary, or marjoram), plus 1 T additional herbs
• 5 - 10 good quality anchovies (i.e. from Whole Foods)in oil (optional)

1. In medium saucepan, saute chopped bacon, garlic and onions in 3 T olive oil. Add dried thyme and season with salt and pepper.
2. Deglaze with chicken stock. Add 2 T fresh herbs. Let simmer until broth cooks down so there is just enough to cover beans.
3. Add beans. Cook for a short while but don't let the beans get mushy. Remove from heat.
4. Add remaining 1 T herbs, season season with salt and pepper and remaining olive oil. Stir together.
5. Layer top with anchovies. Serve at room temp.

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Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/member/views/tuscan-white-beans-50090467 (may not work)