Tuscan White Beans

 

Tuscan White Beans

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This quick, tasty side dish is packed with nutrition.  It can also be used as a vegetarian main course.  Beans have fiber and important nutrients we need in our daily diet.  And they are so delicious, too!

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 20 minutes mins

Course Side Dish, Veggie Side-Dish

Cuisine American, Italian

Servings 5

Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients

  

• 2 cloves garlic
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 plum tomato
• 1 sprig fresh rosemary
• 2 cans (15.5-ounce) cannellini beans
• 1/2 cup water
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

 

• Wash tomato and herbs. Wipe off tops of canned beans. Drain and rinse beans.
• Peel garlic cloves and chop fine. Chop tomato.
• Heat a large oven-proof skillet on the stove over medium-high heat. Add olive oil, garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté one minute.
• Add chopped tomato and rosemary sprig; cook 2 minutes.
• Add cannellini beans and cook, stirring about 5 minutes. Lightly smash some of the beans with the back of a spoon. Remove rosemary sprig. Stir in water and parsley
• Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Place under pre-heated broiler and broil until lightly brown.

Notes

Smart Shopping Tips

• Cannellini beans are also known as white kidney beans.
• Cannellini beans can also be purchased dry and cooked or frozen for later use.
• Look for low or reduced sodium canned beans. Store brands will usually be less expensive than name brands. 

Cooking & Serving Tips:

• Because of their creamy texture, mashed cannellini beans are a good choice for making bean dip or thickening soups.
• Substitute basil for parsley for a slightly different flavor.
• Use any variety of tomato, or even try sun-dried tomatoes.
• For a heartier main dish, add some cooked chicken or turkey sausage.