Beans, Grains & Legumes with sage

2 1/2-3 lbs pork loin 2 tablespoons butter 1 onion , sliced thin (large) 1 garlic clove , minced 1 teaspoon sugar 1 tablespoon sage , fresh, chopped 1[...]

1 (12 -16 ounce) acorn squash 3 slices bacon 1/2 cup apple , chopped, peeled (I used golden delicious, I'm sure any would work well) 1/4 cup onion , chopped 3[...]

3 cups dry Borlotti (Cranberry) Beans, soaked over night One-half cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1 Onion , diced 2 medium Carrots , diced 3 stalks Celery , diced[...]