Italian 25 min Easy

Tuscan White Bean Stew

Cannellini beans simmered with tomato, sage and garlic.

Origin & Story

Fagioli all'uccelletto is a classic Tuscan bean dish, cooked with sage and tomato. Tuscans are affectionately called 'mangiafagioli' (bean-eaters) for good reason.

Main Spices & Their Role

Sage

The signature herb that perfumes the beans.

Black pepper

Seasons the stew.

Ingredients

2 cans cannellini beans
1 can chopped tomatoes
3 garlic cloves
A few sage leaves
4 tbsp olive oil
Salt & pepper

Method

01
Warm the olive oil and gently fry the garlic and sage.
02
Add the tomatoes and simmer 10 minutes.
03
Tip in the beans with a little of their liquid.
04
Simmer 10 minutes until thick and flavourful.
05
Season and serve with crusty bread.

Veg & Vegan Alternatives

Vegetarian

This dish is already vegetarian.

Vegan

Already vegetarian and vegan — cook in oil (not ghee/butter) to keep it fully plant-based.