Old World Escarole and Beans

You will love this old-world escarole and beans recipe. The cooking technique removes the escarole's bitterness while maintaining the bean's firmness.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 228 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 slices bacon
• 2 cloves garlic, pressed
• 1 (15 ounce) can chicken broth
• 1 head escarole, coarsely chopped
• 1 (15.5 ounce) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
• 0.125 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until crisp, 7 to 8 minutes. Drain on paper towels; crumble when cool. Reserve drippings in the skillet.

Step 2

Heat olive oil in drippings, 1 minute. Add escarole; cook and stir, 3 to 4 minutes. Add garlic; cook and stir until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add beans and chicken broth; season with red pepper flakes. Simmer for 5 to 7 minutes. Serve in bowls; top with crumbled bacon and Parmesan cheese.