Ingredients

2 cups dried white pea or navy beans, soaked overnight (or four 15-ounce cans, rinsed and drained)
2 large sprigs fresh rosemary
About 12 fresh sage leaves, tied together with a bag tie or string
1 tablespoons minced garlic
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 to 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Balsamic vinegar (optional)
Minced parsley (optional)