Ingredients
1 tablespoon of oil from a sun-dried tomato jar
1 small onion, finely diced
3 crushed garlic cloves
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
1 tablespoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon chili flakes or red pepper flakes (optional)
1/2 cup cream, such as heavy cream, sour cream, or plant-based options like oat cream, coconut cream, or thick coconut milk
2 cans (400g/14oz each) of white beans, such as butter beans, cannellini beans, chickpeas, kidney beans, or haricot beans
1/2 cup finely grated parmesan, plus 1 tablespoon for garnish (vegan parmesan or nutritional yeast for a dairy-free version)
2 cups chopped spinach leaves (substitutable with kale, chard, broccoli, asparagus, or frozen peas)
1 tablespoon chili oil for serving (optional)
Instructions
1-Start by gathering your ingredients to keep everything smooth and easy this one pot recipe comes together in just about 15 minutes total, with 5 minutes of prep and 10 minutes of cooking. Heat 1 tablespoon of sun-dried tomato oil in a high-sided pan over medium heat, then add the finely diced onion and 1 teaspoon salt. Cook for about five minutes until the onion turns soft and translucent, building a flavorful foundation for the dish.
2-Next, stir in the 3 crushed garlic cloves, followed by the 1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes, 1 tablespoon dried thyme, and 1 teaspoon chili flakes if youβre adding some spice. Pour in the 1/2 cup cream and mix well to combine, then add the 2 cans of white beans with their liquid for extra creaminess donβt drain them if you want that starchy boost. Stir in the 1/2 cup finely grated parmesan and let everything simmer for about five minutes until the sauce thickens nicely.
3-Finally, fold in the 2 cups chopped spinach leaves and stir until they wilt, which only takes a minute or so. Season with black pepper and adjust the salt to taste before serving hot. Top with a drizzle of 1 tablespoon chili oil and a sprinkle of the remaining parmesan, and pair it with fresh bread for dipping. This approach keeps things simple yet packed with flavor, making it ideal for home cooks looking for a quick white beans recipe.
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π₯« Use the starchy liquid from the beans to enhance creaminess or add water if beans are drained.
π± Substitute cream and parmesan for dairy-free options to fit dietary preferences.
βοΈ Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Vegetarian (can be vegan with substitutions)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 615
- Sugar: 5.6g
- Sodium: 1726.7mg
- Fat: 24.2g
- Saturated Fat: 10.3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9.3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70.2g
- Fiber: 19.6g
- Protein: 32.9g
- Cholesterol: 41.4mg
