warm cannellini beans with spinach and parmesan

Apr 27

Apr 27 warm cannellini beans with spinach and parmesan

These cannellini beans are absolutely delicious! I’m a huuuge fan of beans, and I wanted to make something with beans for dinner. I looked around my fridge and pulled together some ingredients that I thought would go well with the beans. I started with garlic, tomatoes, and spinach. The idea of adding parmesan cheese occurred to me while I was cooking, and boy am I glad that I did! It added a nice creaminess to the beans and it really enhanced the flavors. The addition of parmesan cheese was inspired by a yummy, warm bean dish that I had at an Italian restaurant in Palo Alto called Italico. Their beans are cheesy, garlicky, and oh-so-delicious. I enjoyed not using a recipe and being creative with what I added. I was really just guided by taste, which I think is the most fun way to cook.

This dish comes together super quickly. It would go really well with rice or a slice of toast, but it’s also amazing by itself. This is one of my new go-to recipes when I’m craving a warm, comforting bowl of beans. You can really taste all of the love and care that goes into making it. Try it out and send me a picture!

Warm Cannellini Beans with Spinach and Parmesan

Recipe by Maya Wilson

Serves 2 (double recipe to serve 4)

Directions

Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a large non-stick pan on medium heat. Reduce to low, and add the garlic. Let it simmer until golden. Add the cherry tomatoes, and let it simmer until they have started to burst and shrivel (about 3-4 minutes). Add the beans and stir for about a minute or so. Add the spinach, and let it wilt. Stir in the parmesan cheese. Season with the smoked paprika, turmeric, and ground pepper.

Serve in bowls with a drizzle of olive oil, a sprinkle of pine nuts, and another dash of paprika. Enjoy!