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Creamy Tuscan White Bean Skillet Recipe

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This creamy Tuscan white bean skillet combines the rich flavors of sun-dried tomatoes, artichokes, and aromatic herbs with creamy cannellini beans and fresh spinach. The dish is cooked on the stovetop to create a thick, comforting sauce finished with hard cheese and fresh basil, perfect for a hearty vegetarian meal.

Ingredients

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Vegetables and Aromatics

  • 1 white onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 8 jarred sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 6 chopped jarred artichokes
  • 75g fresh spinach
  • 20g fresh basil leaves, shredded

Pantry and Canned Goods

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tins (400g each) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 250ml vegetable stock

Dairy

  • 250ml heavy cream
  • 20g hard cheese (e.g., Parmesan or Pecorino), grated

Herbs and Spices

  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried rosemary
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Sauté Aromatics: Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 5-6 minutes until the onion softens and becomes translucent. Add the minced garlic, chopped artichokes, and sun-dried tomatoes, cooking for another 2-3 minutes to release their flavors.
  2. Add Tomato Paste and Beans: Stir in the tomato paste until combined with the other ingredients. Then add the drained cannellini beans, vegetable stock, dried oregano, and dried rosemary. Mix well to incorporate all components.
  3. Simmer and Thicken Sauce: Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally. Let it cook until the sauce thickens slightly and the flavors meld together, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Finish with Cream and Spinach: Stir in the heavy cream and fresh spinach. Cook for approximately 5 minutes, or until the spinach wilts and the sauce becomes creamy and luscious.
  5. Add Cheese and Seasoning: Grate the hard cheese into the skillet and mix thoroughly. Season the dish with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Top the skillet with shredded fresh basil leaves for a fragrant finish. Serve warm as a fulfilling vegetarian main or side dish.

Notes

  • For a vegan version, substitute the heavy cream with coconut cream or a plant-based cream alternative and use a vegan cheese substitute.
  • Draining and rinsing the canned beans reduces excess sodium and improves texture.
  • Use a sharp hard cheese like Parmesan for the best flavor when grating.
  • This dish pairs well with crusty bread or over cooked grains like rice or quinoa for a complete meal.
  • Adjust the seasoning gradually to taste, especially salt, as the stock and sun-dried tomatoes can add natural saltiness.

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