Brothy Heirloom Beans with Cream

• 2 cups mixed dried heirloom beans, soaked overnight
• 2 quarts chicken stock or low-sodium chicken broth
• 4 sprigs thyme, plus leaves for serving

Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper

• ½ cup heavy cream

Flaky sea salt

Olive oil (for serving)

1. Bring beans, stock, and thyme sprigs to a gentle simmer in a medium pot over medium-high. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, partially covered, skimming any foam from surface, until beans are tender, 1–1½ hours, depending on types. Discard thyme. Season with kosher salt and pepper, remove from heat, and let sit 30 minutes.
2. Return to a simmer; stir in cream. Season with more kosher salt and pepper if needed. Serve topped with thyme leaves and sea salt and drizzled with oil.
3. Do Ahead: Beans can be cooked 3 days ahead. Let cool; cover and chill.