To prepare a white bean soup with sage i es jjgf65a beans and grains recipe, add the following ingredients to the pot: 1 1/2 cups white beans 1 cup water 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 tablespoon thyme 1 tbsp. dried oregano 1/2 cup chopped parsley. Bring to boil. Reduce the heat and simmer until the beans are tender, about 30 minutes. Add the remaining ingredients and stir to combine.