15 Bean Soup

Ingredients

• 2 T. extra virgin olive oil, divided
• 2 lbs. pork shoulder country-style ribs
• 2 large stalks celery, chopped small
• 1 large carrot, chopped small
• 1 medium white onion, chopped small
• 3-4 cloves cloves fresh garlic, finely minced
• Sea salt
• black pepper
• 2 whole bay leaves
• 1 14-oz. bag dried multi-bean blend, rinsed and picked over
• 6 c. chicken broth or water
• 1 1/2 t. dried thyme
• 1 1/2 t. dried parsley
• 1 1/2 t. dried oregano
• 1 1/2 t. dried herbs de Provence
• 2" Parmesan rind
• 3 T. fresh basil leaves, chopped