Creamy Tuscan White Bean Skillet
Creamy Tuscan White Bean Skillet is a delightful one-pan dish that combines creamy white beans with vibrant spinach and aromatic garlic for a comforting meal that’s both indulgent and nutritious. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests, this versatile recipe can be served as a main course or a side.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 2 cans (15 oz each) cannellini or great northern beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or full-fat coconut milk for dairy-free)
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add the white beans and vegetable broth. Simmer for approximately 5 minutes.
- Stir in fresh spinach and cook until wilted (about 2 minutes).
- Pour in heavy cream, stirring continuously until well combined. Mix in Parmesan cheese, then season with salt and pepper.
- Serve immediately, garnishing with additional Parmesan or herbs if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating sun-dried tomatoes or fresh herbs like basil. To make it vegan, replace heavy cream with full-fat coconut milk and omit cheese. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat on low heat on the stove.