The World According To Buchs

This was just too good to keep to myself. Here’s the recipe - have fun.

• 2 lbs dried navy beans
• 4 ham shanks
• 1 lb smoked bacon
• 1 lb bulk italian sausage
• 2 large white onions
• 2 red bell peppers
• 6 cloves garlic
• 4 celery stalks
• 3 carrots
• 4 cups chicken stock
• 1 cup white wine
• 2 tbls balsamic vinegar
• 1 cup seasoned bread crumbs
• 1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese
• Salt & Pepper

1. Soak beans overnight
2. Make soup
3. Ladle soup into baking dish, top with crumbs/cheese
4. Broil until topping just browned