Makes 6 servings Prepare this savory sauté in a cast-iron skillet right on a grill alongside other items, or make it ahead of time on the stovetop to serve with bread or other proteins. If you can’t find beet greens, substitute spinach, kale, escarole, collard greens, or turnip greens. Ingredients […]
Broccoli Rabe and Cannellini Beans
Makes 4 servings Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 tablespoons diced pancetta or 1 strip bacon, diced (optional) 1/4 cup minced yellow onion 1 garlic clove, minced 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth 6 cups trimmed broccoli rabe 1 cup cooked cannellini beans Salt, as needed Freshly ground black pepper, […]
Chestnut, Bean, and Milk Soup (Zuppa di castagne, fagioli, e latte)
Makes 6 to 8 servings This soup comes from the interior of Italy, in the Campania region. It is the perfect treat for a cold winter night, served with a few slices of grilled bread. If fresh porcini are not available, try other mushrooms or substitute a few ounces of […]
Orecchiette with Cannellini Beans and Spinach
Makes 8 servings Orecchiette is a pasta shape that lends itself well to a simple sauce like the one made here. You can choose to serve this family style or as a side dish to a serving of grilled, marinated chicken.
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Sautéed Squid & Steamed Mussels With Cannellini Beans, Spinach & Pancetta
Makes 4 servings
Whole Wheat Penne with Roasted Cauliflower and Parsley Pesto
Pesto typically made with basil can be made with a variety of herbs including arugula, cilantro, dill, oregano, rosemary, sage, tarragon, and thyme. Pesto originated in Genoa, Italy and gets its name because it was originally made with a mortar and pestle. Ingredients 2 lb cauliflower, sliced in 2-in x […]