Gluten-Free Girl and the Chef: A Love Story 

Autumn brings relief. Sure, we miss those dog days of summer—the sprinklers, the popsicles, and the ribs on the grill. But when the heat recedes, we can finally do something that gives us great joy: turn on the stove. In our house, the fall means braising. Usually braising—a long slow simmer on the stove or the oven—means meat dishes. In this case, we take the rind of a good Parmesan cheese, white beans, and quality olive oil, then let them braise overnight on low heat. That slow simmer yields beans with a meaty, creamy tenderness and a little crunch on top. One bite of these and you’ll be happy it’s autumn again.