Main Ingredients:

See below ingredients and instructions of the recipe

Cooking Preparation of the Recipe:

1 c White beans, dry (Great
-Northern or navy)
4 lg Tomatoes, ripe
1/2 c Pesto
1/4 ts Salt
Pepper to taste
1/2 md Red onion; minced, plus 1
-Tbs for garnish
1/2 Celery rib; minced

1. Rinse the beans in a strainer under cold running water, and
remove and discard any damaged beans or stones. Put the beans in a
bowl and cover with water to soak overnight. Alternatively, cook the
beans for 2 minutes in wter to cover, then remove from heat and let
soak, ocvered for 1 hour. Drain, then add enough fresh water to cover
plus 2 inches. Cook, partially covered, until tender, about 1 hour.
Drain again.

2. Meanwhile, slice off the top of each tomato and scoop out the
pulp with a spoon. Discard. Invert the tomatoes on a plate and allow
to drain.

3. Toss the hot cooked beans in a medium-sized bowl with thepesto,
salt, pepper, onion, and clery. Taste to adjust the seasoning. Chill
for at least one hour, or until cold.

Source: Vegetarian Pleasures, by Jeanne Lemlin/MM by DEEANNE

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