Put it with the olive oil in a four- to six- quart soup pot and place over medium-high heat. After the garlic begins to sizzle, add the cannellini beans and season with salt and pepper.
Add the beans and simmer for 5 minutes. Blend to a smooth soup and check seasoning. Mix the flour, yeast and water to a dough and knead for 5 minutes. Place in a bowl and cover with cling.
Take the pan off the heat and puree the soup with a hand blender until smooth. Add the beans and basil and heat through. Heat the olive oil in a large pan over a medium heat. Add the onion and ...