How to Make Awesome Greens and Beans - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something incredibly satisfying about a big bowl of hearty greens and beans. The combination of tender cooked greens and creamy beans is flavorful, filling and wholesome. Whether you're looking for a budget-friendly meal, high-protein option, or trying to incorporate more plant-based meals into your diet, this recipe for Awesome Greens and Beans is a winner.

This dish is incredibly versatile and can be served as a main course or a side dish. It's perfect for busy weeknights or...

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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • ½ pound bulk pork sausage
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 pound washed and cut mustard greens
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can great Northern beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon salt (Optional)
  • ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 5
  • Yield: 5 servings

  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat, and brown the sausage, breaking it apart into crumbles as it cooks. Pour in chicken broth, and bring to a boil.
  • Lightly pile in as many mustard greens as will comfortably fit in the pot, and allow to wilt, stirring often; when they have wilted, place more mustard greens into the pot and allow to wilt, until all greens have been added. Stir in the beans, diced tomatoes, salt, and black pepper. Bring back to a boil, and simmer until greens are cooked and tender, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan cheese.
  • Nutrition

    449 cal.

    • Total Fat: 32g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 37mg
    • Sodium: 846mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 25g
    • Dietary Fiber: 8g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 17g
    • Vitamin C: 72mg
    • Calcium: 231mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 808mg