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Creamy Spinach and Artichoke Beans


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  • Author: Chef John Doe
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delicious and creamy dish featuring spinach, artichokes, and cannellini beans topped with melted cheeses.


Ingredients

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  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (12 to 14-ounce) jar marinated artichoke hearts, drained, roughly chopped, and liquid reserved
  • 5 to 6 ounces baby spinach
  • 2 (15-ounce) cans cannellini beans or other white beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 cup (3 ounces) finely grated parmesan cheese, divided
  • 1 heaping cup (4 to 5 ounces) shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Crusty toasted bread, for serving, optional

Instructions

  1. Arrange an oven rack 4 to 6 inches below the broiler element.
  2. Heat a large ovenproof skillet or braiser over medium heat. Once hot, add the oil followed by the garlic. Sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  3. Add the artichokes and spinach and sauté until about half of the spinach is fully wilted, 2 to 3 minutes.
  4. Add the drained beans, 1/4 cup of the artichoke brine, and the salt and pepper to the pan. Stir and bring to a simmer. Cook, smashing some of the beans to create a creamy consistency to your liking, until slightly thickened, about 3 minutes, adding more artichoke brine if the pan begins to look dry.
  5. Reduce the heat to low and sprinkle 1/2 cup of the parmesan cheese over the top. Stir into the beans until melted.
  6. Turn off the heat and sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup parmesan and all of the mozzarella over the top.
  7. Transfer the pan to the broiler and cook until the cheese is bubbly throughout and lightly browned, about 3 minutes.
  8. Serve immediately with crusty bread. Love the recipe? Leave us stars and a comment below!

Notes

  • This dish can be served as a hearty appetizer or a main course.
  • Feel free to add more vegetables according to your preference.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg