Ingredients

2 pounds country-style spareribs (or pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch-thick slices)

2 medium onions, peeled and chopped

2 garlic cloves, minced, plus 1 whole clove

2 whole sprigs fresh thyme, plus 2 tablespoons thyme leaves

1 pound bacon (slab is best), cut into 2-inch pieces

1 large stalk celery, chopped

1/2 medium carrot, peeled and chopped

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

4 cups chicken broth

1 cup white wine

1 (14-ounce) can diced tomatoes, with their juice

2 bay leaves

2 (14-ounce) cans white beans, drained and rinsed

2 tablespoons chopped parsley

Preparation

Add all but beans and parsley to slow cooker. Cook on slow for 7-8 hours. Add beans for last hour. Add parsley to serve.