3 sprigs sage
1 small bunch thyme
2 large plum tomatoes, cut into large chunks
500g/1lb 2oz shelled borlotti beans (podded from 1kg fresh or 250g dried beans that have been soaked overnight in cold water)
2 bay leaves
1 garlic bulb, the very top sliced off to just reveal the cloves
100ml/3陆fl oz olive oil
1 tsp salt