Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   1      teaspoon      olive oil
   1      medium        onion -- diced
   2                    rutabagas or potatoes -- diced
   3                    garlic cloves -- minced (3 to 5)
     1/2  pound         firm tofu or seitan* -- cubed (optional)
     1/2  teaspoon      thyme
     1/2  teaspoon      basil
     1/2  teaspoon      marjoram
     1/2  teaspoon      rosemary
     1/2  teaspoon      white pepper
   1      tablespoon    Dijon mustard
   1      tablespoon    light miso (or 1/2 tsp salt) -- optional
   2      cups          cooked white beans
   2      cups          vegetable broth or water -- about
                        chopped parsley or sliced green onions -- for garnish

Preparation:

[* Use frozen tofu or Quorn for better texture.] Preheat oven to 350F. Heat oil in large ovenproof pot or casserole, or coat with cooking spray. Add onions, carrots, rutabagas or potatoes, and garlic; saute about 5 minutes. Add tofu or seitan, if desired, herbs, mustard, miso or salt, and beans. Add enought broth or water to cover. Cover and bake 45 minutes. Garnish with parlsey or green onions, if desired.