Detailed Instructions: In this task, you have to identify the named entities (NER) which are the ingredients required given its directions. Named entities are the names of the items without their quantity.
Problem:If time allows, soak dried beans for several hours or overnight., (If not, proceed, but expect cooking time to be somewhat longer.), Place the drained beans in a large pot with all but a cup of the stock and the thyme, garlic, carrot, celery, and onion; add water if necessary (or more stock, if you have it) to cover., Turn the heat to high and bring to a boil; partially cover and adjust the heat so the mixture simmers steadily., Cook, stirring occasionally, until the beans are tender, about an hour., Add about 1/2 teaspoon salt and some pepper., Continue to cook, adding water if necessary, until the beans are quite soft, another 15 to 30 minutes or so., Add the remaining cup of stock and raise the heat so the mixture bubbles energetically., Cut the tomatoes in half through their equators, then, over the sink, shake and squeeze them to rid them of their seeds and some of their juices., Chop finely and add to the beans., Cook, stirring occasionally, until the beans are moist but not soupy, 10 to 15 minutes., Taste and adjust the seasoning, then stir in the butter if youre using it and serve or refrigerate for up to 3 days before reheating and adding the butter., (Or add water to cover and freeze for up to a month.)
Solution:
white beans, chicken stock, thyme, garlic, carrot, celery stalk, onion, Salt, tomatoes, butter