How to Make Chef John's Beans and Greens - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a healthy and delicious dish that's packed with flavor, look no further than Chef John's Beans and Greens. This recipe is a perfect combination of hearty beans and nutritious greens, all cooked to perfection with a variety of aromatic herbs and spices.

Beans and greens are a classic combination in many cultures, and for good reason. Not only are they incredibly satisfying, but they also provide a good dose of protein, fiber, and vitamins. Chef John's recipe takes...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 pinches red pepper flakes, divided
  • 2 (15 ounce) cans cannellini (white) beans, drained
  • 1 anchovy fillet
  • 2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano
  • ½ teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 head escarole, chopped
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic; cook and stir until bubbling and sizzling, about 20 seconds. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Cook until liquid is reduced by half, 6 to 8 minutes. Stir in a pinch of red pepper flakes.
  • Stir in cannellini beans and bring to a boil. Cook until you can see the tops of the beans just below the surface of the liquid, 6 to 8 minutes. Stir in anchovy fillet, oregano, and lemon zest; simmer for 3 minutes.
  • Add escarole and reduce the heat to low. Cook and stir until escarole wilts, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, then drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil and add another pinch of red pepper flakes.
  • Nutrition

    203 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 4mg
    • Sodium: 1007mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 25g
    • Dietary Fiber: 9g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 8g
    • Vitamin C: 9mg
    • Calcium: 110mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 377mg