Ingredients

• 1 lb white beans, soaked overnight with water to cover and 1 tablespoon of salt
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, peeled and quartered (keep the root intact)
• 2 shallots, peeled and quartered (keep the root intact)
• 1 stick celery, chopped into 3-4 big pieces
• 1 bay leaf
• 5 garlic cloves, peeled and sliced
• 1 tablespoon thyme leaves, minced
• 1 tablespoon oregano leaves, minced
• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
• ½ teaspoon ground chillies or chili flakes
• 6-12 cups vegetable stock (see notes)
• sea salt and ground black pepper, to taste
• 1 ½ tablespoons light miso
• lemon juice, to taste (I like 1-2 tablespoons)
• handful of fresh dill or parsley, chopped

Notes