Garlic Parmesan White Beans

Garlic Parmesan White Beans

“Discover the versatility of white beans in Garlic Parmesan White Beans, a recipe that showcases their creamy texture and mild flavor

Ingredients
  1. 3 to 4 garlic cloves, minced
  2. Extra virgin olive oil
  3. 2 15-ounce cans cannellini beans, drained
  4. 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  5. Kosher salt and black pepper
  6. 1 teaspoon Aleppo pepper
  7. ½ teaspoon cumin
  8. 1 cup chopped fresh parsley
  9. ¼ to 1/3 cup shaved Parmesan cheese
  10. 1/4 cup grated Pecorino Romano
  11. Juice of half a lemon
Instructions:
  1. In a large pan, warm 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook briefly, tossing regularly, until just golden.
  2. Add the cannellini beans and ½ cup water. Season with kosher salt, black pepper, and the spices. Add the tomatoes. Cook, stirring occasionally until warmed through (about 10 minutes
  3. Stir in the parsley, cheese, and lemon juice
  4. Finish with a generous drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. Serve immediately with pita or your favorite crusty bread.

Optional Variations:

– Add spinach or kale for extra nutrients
– Use different types of cheese (e.g., mozzarella, cheddar)
– Spice up with red pepper flakes
– Serve as a main course or side dish

Nutrition
Calories: 316.7kcal
Carbohydrates: 50.5g
Protein: 21.2g
Fat: 4.2g
Saturated Fat: 2.3g
Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g
Monounsaturated Fat: 1.1g
Cholesterol: 10.8mg
Sodium: 498.3mg
Potassium: 1195.3mg
Fiber: 11.5g
Sugar: 1.8g
Vitamin A: 1672.1IU
Vitamin C: 29.2mg
Calcium: 333.8mg
Iron: 8.1mg

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