Makes a great appetizer for parties!
Makes a great appetizer for parties!
Place beans in large saucepan.
Add enough cold water to cover by 3 inches.
Bring to boil.
Cover and remove from heat.
Let stand 1 hour.
Drain beans; return to pan.
Add enough cold water to cover by 3 inches.
Bring to boil.
Reduce heat and simmer until tender, stirring occasionally, about 1 hour 10 minutes.
Drain and cool.
Transfer 1 1/2 cups beans to medium bowl (reserve remaining beans for another use).
Mix in tomatoes, olives, 4 tablespoons oil, basil and garlic.
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Preheat broiler.
Place bread on baking sheet.
Brush with 2 tablespoons oil.
Broil until golden, about 1 minute.
Spread with cheese.
Top with bean mixture.
