Ingredients:

  • 1 lb dried Great Northern beans
  • 8 cups low-sodium beef broth
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 8 oz smoked turkey wing
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley

Instructions:

  1. Sort and rinse 1 lb dried Great Northern beans. Soak them in plenty of water for 8 hours; drain and rinse before using.
  2. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add 1 medium finely diced yellow onion and sauté until translucent and fragrant.
  3. Stir in 3 cloves minced garlic, 1 tsp smoked paprika, and 1 tsp dried thyme; cook for 60 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add the soaked beans, 8 oz cubed smoked turkey wing, 1 bay leaf, and 8 cups low-sodium beef broth.
  5. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then immediately reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer until the beans are tender, approximately 2 to 3 hours. Ensure the turkey reaches a safe internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  6. Use a potato masher or the back of a spoon to crush a small handful of beans against the side of the pot. Stir the mashed beans back into the liquid to thicken the sauce.
  7. Stir in 1 tsp kosher salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Garnish with 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving.