Best 18 Escarole And Beans Recipes

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**Discover the delectable flavors and textures of escarole and beans, a classic Italian dish enjoyed for centuries.**

Escarole, a leafy green vegetable with a slightly bitter taste, pairs perfectly with hearty beans in this traditional Italian dish. This versatile combination can be enjoyed as a main course, side dish, or even as a filling for soups and stews. With variations ranging from simple to elaborate, there's an escarole and beans recipe for every palate. From the classic Neapolitan version featuring plump beans, escarole, garlic, and chili peppers to lighter preparations that incorporate fresh herbs, tangy cheeses, and flavorful broths, this dish showcases the diverse culinary heritage of Italy.

Here are our top 18 tried and tested recipes!

ESCAROLE AND BEANS



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This is a creamy concoction of escarole and beans. It's rich, and it's divine! It's also best served with a warm crusty Italian bread.

Provided by KristaP

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Greens

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 large heads escarole
salt and pepper to taste
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 clove garlic, minced
2 (16 ounce) cans cannellini beans, undrained
3 sprigs fresh parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Toss in escarole, turning to coat with oil. Season with salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes. Cook, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes, or until tender.
  • In a separate skillet, heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Stir in garlic. Pour in beans with juices, and simmer until creamy, about 10 minutes. Stir in escarole and parsley; simmer 10 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 322.1 calories, Carbohydrate 42.7 g, Fat 11.8 g, Fiber 18.7 g, Protein 13.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 543.4 mg, Sugar 1 g

ESCAROLE WITH ITALIAN SAUSAGE AND WHITE BEANS



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Serve this dish as a side at a pot-luck gathering or for a quick-and-easy one-pot dinner.

Categories     Soup/Stew     Bean     Leafy Green     Sauté     Sausage     White Wine     Winter     Prosciutto     Escarole     Simmer     Bon Appétit     Dinner

Yield 12 servings as a side-dish or 6 as main-course

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons olive oil
12 Italian sausages (about 3 pounds), casings removed
1 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped prosciutto (about 2 ounces)
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
1 large head escarole, chopped (about 10 cups)
3/4 cup dry white wine
4 (15-ounce) cans Great Northern beans, rinsed, drained
1 cup chicken stock or canned low-salt chicken broth
Freshly grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat oil in heavy large pot over medium-high heat. Working in batches, sauté sausage until cooked through, breaking up with back of spoon, about 6 minutes per batch. Using slotted spoon, transfer sausage to bowl, leaving drippings in pot. Reduce heat to medium; add onion to pot and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add prosciutto and sauté 1 minute. Mix in garlic and crushed red pepper. Add escarole and sauté until wilted, about 2 minutes. Add wine and cook 2 minutes. Add beans, stock and sausage and simmer 10 minutes to blend flavors. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer to large bowl. Top with grated Parmesan, if desired.

PENNE PASTA WITH CANNELLINI BEANS AND ESCAROLE



Penne Pasta with Cannellini Beans and Escarole image

This is a great pasta dish. The hardest part of the whole recipe is cutting the escarole. It is fast, simple, and delicious! What more could you ask for? With a loaf of Italian bread it goes a long way. Enjoy!

Provided by Renee Trivelli Milillo

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (16 ounce) package dry penne pasta
1 head escarole, chopped
1 (15.5 ounce) can cannellini beans, with liquid
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with garlic and onion, drained
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil, and cook the penne pasta 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • In a skillet over medium heat, cook and stir the escarole, cannellini beans and liquid, and diced tomatoes with garlic and onion until heated through. Season with salt and pepper. Toss with the cooked pasta to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310.3 calories, Carbohydrate 60.1 g, Fat 2 g, Fiber 7.5 g, Protein 13.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 267.5 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

PASTA WITH ESCAROLE, WHITE BEANS AND CHICKEN SAUSAGE



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Provided by Ellie Krieger

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings (serving size 2 cups)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3/4 pound whole-wheat bowtie (or other shape) pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 medium onion, chopped, about 1 cup
3 cloves garlic, minced
6 ounces lowfat Italian-style chicken sausage, casings removed, crumbled
1 medium head escarole, rinsed, drained and chopped, about 8 cups
1 (14-ounce) can low-sodium cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
1 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage leaves
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 ounce grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta according to the directions on the package.
  • Heat the oil over a medium heat in a large, deep saute pan or 8-quart stockpot.
  • Saute the onion until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook an additional 1 minute. Stir in the sausage and cook until heated through and browned, about 4 minutes. Add the escarole and cook until wilted, about 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Add the beans, 1 cup of chicken stock, sage and red pepper flakes and simmer until the mixture is heated through and liquid is slightly reduced.
  • Add the sausage-bean mixture to pasta and toss well, loosening with the additional 1/2 cup chicken stock if necessary. Season with freshly ground pepper and salt, to taste.
  • Divide among 4 pasta bowls and top with Parmesan cheese.

PASTA WITH SAUSAGE, WHITE BEANS AND ESCAROLE



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A wonderful Tuscan style one dish meal that is so reminiscent of our stay in the old walled village of Antinori outside of Florence..

Provided by Lorac

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 lbs sweet mild Italian sausage
2 cups coarsely chopped onions
6 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
1 head escarole, sliced crosswise into 1 inch strips
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
1 1/2 cups beef broth
2 (15 ounce) cans cannellini beans or 2 (15 ounce) cans red kidney beans, drained
1 lb cellentani pasta or 1 lb fusilli, cooked and drained
1 cup freshly grated romano cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat 10 minutes, remove and slice into 1 inch chunks.
  • Add onions, garlic and escarole to the skillet and cook until the escarole is wilted.
  • Add broths, sausage and cannelini beans and simmer 15 minutes.
  • Stir in cheese and mix with hot pasta.

OLD WORLD ESCAROLE AND BEANS



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After searching high and low for a soupy escarole and beans recipe, I finally created my own version. It tastes just like the appetizer I order at one of my favorite Italian restaurants in New York. It has a soupy consistency so best served in a bowl with a crusty bread for dipping. My husband asks me to make this every week. I promise you will love this recipe. The cooking technique removes the bitterness from the escarole while maintaining the firmness of the beans.

Provided by MissyPorkChop

Categories     Side Dish     Beans and Peas

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 slices bacon
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 head escarole, coarsely chopped
2 cloves garlic, pressed
1 (15 ounce) can chicken broth
1 (15.5 ounce) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook until crisp, 7 to 8 minutes. Remove the bacon and reserve the drippings in the pan. Add olive oil to the drippings and heat for 1 minute. Add the escarole; cook and stir for 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in the garlic, and continue cooking and stirring until fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour in the chicken broth and beans, and season with red pepper flakes. Simmer for 5 to 7 minutes. Ladle into bowls to serve and top with the crumbled bacon and Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227.6 calories, Carbohydrate 22 g, Cholesterol 14.4 mg, Fat 11.4 g, Fiber 9.5 g, Protein 9.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 927.1 mg, Sugar 1 g

PASTA WITH WHITE BEANS, TOMATOES, AND ESCAROLE



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Categories     Bean     Onion     Pasta     Tomato     Side     Vegetarian     Escarole     Gourmet

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound dried white beans such as Great Northern, soaked in enough cold water to cover them by 2 inches overnight or quick-soaked (procedure follows) and drained
2 cups finely chopped onion
1 1/2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon dried sage, crumbled
3/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crumbled
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, crumbled
1/4 teaspoon dried hot red pepper flakes, or to taste
1/4 cup olive oil
12 cups packed coarsely shredded escarole
1/2 cup dry white wine
a 28-ounce can Italian tomatoes, drained, reserving the juice, and chopped
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley leaves (preferably flat-leafed)
1 pound fusilli (corkscrew-shaped pasta)
freshly grated Parmesan to taste

Steps:

  • In a kettle combine the beans with enough cold water to cover them by 2-inches and simmer them, covered, for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, or until they are tender. Drain the beans in a colander set over a bowl and reserve the cooking liquid. In a large deep skillet cook the onion, the garlic, the sage, the rosemary, the thyme, the red pepper flakes, and salt and pepper to taste in the oil over moderately low heat, stirring, until the onion is softened, add the escarole in 2 batches, and cook each batch, stirring, for 2 minutes, or until the escarole is wilted. Add the wine and simmer the mixture for 3 minutes. In a blender or food processor purée 1 1/2 cups of the cooked beans with 2 cups of the reserved cooking liquid and add to the skillet with the remaining beans, the tomatoes with the reserved juice, and salt and pepper to taste. Simmer the sauce, uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes, or until it is thickened slightly, and stir in the parsley. In a kettle of boiling salted water cook the fusilli until it is al dente, drain it well, and in a large bowl toss it with the sauce and the Parmesan.
  • To quick-soak dried beans:
  • In a colander rinse the beans under cold water and discard any discolored ones. In a kettle combine the beans with enough cold water to cover them by 2 inches, bring the water to a boil, and boil the beans for 2 minutes. Remove the kettle from the heat and let the beans soak, covered, for 1 hour.

ESCAROLE SOUP WITH GARBANZO BEANS AND PASTA



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Leafy Green     Pasta     Sauté     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Winter     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil
4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 14 1/2-ounce cans vegetable broth
2 cups (about) water, divided
1 14 1/2-ounce can diced tomatoes in juice with Italian herbs
1/2 cup farfallini or other small pasta
2 tablespoons chopped fresh marjoram
1 15-ounce can garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained
5 cups thinly sliced escarole (about 1 medium head)
Freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oil in pot over medium-high heat. Add garlic; sauté 1 minute. Add broth, 1 cup water, and tomatoes with juice; bring to boil. Add pasta; cover and boil until pasta is tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally, about 7 minutes. Add marjoram, beans, then escarole. Simmer until escarole is tender, about 5 minutes, adding up to 1 cup water if pasta absorbs broth. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Ladle soup into bowls and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

CHICKEN SOUP WITH ADZUKI BEANS, ESCAROLE, AND SWEET POTATO



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This absolutely delicious soup was created to help use up the Adzuki beans, wild rice, and sweet potatoes in my pantry. I decided to use the sweet potato instead of regular potatoes, and was delightfully surprised by the wonderful flavor blend it created with the sweetness of the onions, garlic, and Adzuki beans. I also wanted to try escarole in a soup, and the result was fantastic. Adzuki beans are found in any health food or specialty store, and in many national grocery chains. They have a great nutty, slightly sweet taste, and are especially tasty added to chicken soups of any kind.

Provided by BFHAWKINS

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Sweet Potato Soup Recipes

Time 2h15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 ½ quarts chicken broth
4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1 cup dry adzuki beans
1 cup uncooked wild rice
2 onions, cut into large chunks
1 tablespoon bottled minced garlic
1 teaspoon dried sage
1 tablespoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon dried rosemary
1 large sweet potato, peeled and cubed
1 zucchini, cubed
1 yellow squash, cubed
⅓ medium head escarole, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Place the chicken broth in a large pot. Mix in the chicken thighs, adzuki beans, wild rice, onions, and garlic. Season with sage, thyme, and rosemary. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and cook 1 hour.
  • Remove chicken from the pot, shred with a fork, and set aside.
  • Stir the sweet potato into the pot. Continue cooking about 5 minutes, until sweet potato is slightly tender. Mix in the zucchini, yellow squash, and escarole. Continue cooking 15 minutes.
  • Return the shredded chicken to the pot. Cook until heated through. Increase the amount of broth if the soup seems too thick.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168.9 calories, Carbohydrate 29.1 g, Cholesterol 13.9 mg, Fat 1.9 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 9.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 40.6 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

CHICKEN WITH WHITE BEANS AND ESCAROLE



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This dish has a true Tuscan flavor. Easy to make and delicious enough to impress your best company. Goes great with a salad and some crusty bread.

Provided by neona503

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons olive oil
6 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
1 small yellow onion, diced
2 garlic cloves (crushed or minced)
1 head escarole, washed and chopped
1 (14 ounce) can white beans, washed and drained
1 1/2 cups dry vermouth or 1 1/2 cups dry white wine
1 1/2 cups chicken stock
2 tablespoons dry sherry
1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage
1 dash red chili pepper flakes
kosher salt
fresh ground pepper
1 (16 ounce) package bow tie pasta, plus
water, to boil it in

Steps:

  • - boil water and cook pasta noodles. after you drain them add a little butter to the noodles to keep them from getting sticky.
  • - wash chicken and pat dry. salt and pepper chicken on both sides.
  • - heat olive oil in large saute pan until shimmering.
  • - add chicken and brown for five minutes on each side. remove chicken to plate and let rest.
  • - drain pan of most of the chicken fat and return to med-low heat. add diced onion. after onions turns opaque, add garlic. cook until fragrant, about one minute.
  • - add chopped escarole to onion mixture and saute until wilted, about three minutes.
  • - add white beans, wine and chicken stock. also add sage and red pepper flakes. up heat and simmer five minutes until slightly reduced.
  • - return chicken thighs to pan. put lid on pan and turn heat to med-low. if you need to you may add more broth or wine. you want there to be a sauce for the noodles.
  • - after about ten minutes flip chiken thighs and put lid back on. simmer ten more minutes.
  • - remove lid and add sherry. simmer on low five more minutes and check thighs for doneness. may take a few minutes more depending on their size. serve over buttered bow-tie pasta with grated parmesan to garnish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 671.7, Fat 23.4, SaturatedFat 6, Cholesterol 144.6, Sodium 197.4, Carbohydrate 76.1, Fiber 8.7, Sugar 3.3, Protein 34.6

GARBANZO BEANS WITH ESCAROLE AND FENNEL



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This is from 365 Meatless Main dishes. To make this into a main dish, toss with 12 oz pasta. Posting for ZWT3.

Provided by dicentra

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 28m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 cup red onion, diced
1/2 cup fennel bulb, cored and chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
6 cups escarole, rinsed and drained
1 (19 ounce) can garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 lemon, cut in 6 wedges

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add red onion, fennel, garlic and hot pepper.
  • Cook and stir until vegetables are soft, 3-4 minutes.
  • Add escarole, cover, and cook over medium-low heat until escarole is wilted, 5-6 minutes.
  • Add garbanzo beans and salt; stir to combine. Cook, covered, until garbanzos are heated through, about 2 minutes.
  • Serve with lemon wedges.

ESCAROLE SALAD WITH WHITE BEANS AND LIME VINAIGRETTE



Escarole Salad with White Beans and Lime Vinaigrette image

Categories     Bean     Olive     Pepper     Side     No-Cook     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Lunch     Lime     Healthy     Vegan     Escarole     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 serrano chile, minced
8 cups escarole salad mix (about 7 ounces)
1 (15-ounce) can cannellini (white kidney beans), drained, rinsed
1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted, halved
1/4 cup toasted pepitas (pumpkin seeds) or pine nuts

Steps:

  • Whisk first 3 ingredients in small bowl. Season dressing with salt and pepper. Toss salad mix, cannellini, and olives in large bowl. Pour dressing over; toss. Divide salad among plates. Sprinkle with pepitas or pine nuts and serve.

HOT HONEY PORK CHOPS WITH ESCAROLE AND WHITE BEANS



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The spicy garlic-honey glaze for the pan-seared pork chops also forms the base of the sauce for the warm escarole-and-white bean salad in this easy one-pan dinner.

Provided by Anna Stockwell

Categories     Pork Chop     Pork     Garlic     Honey     Vinegar     Bean     Escarole     Dinner     One-Pot Meal     Quick & Easy     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Dairy Free     30 Days of Groceries

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided
4 (1"-thick) small bone-in pork chops (about 2 lb. total)
2 tsp. kosher salt, divided
4 garlic cloves, peeled, thinly sliced
6 Tbsp. honey
1/2 tsp. (or more) crushed red pepper flakes
2 Tbsp. plus 1 tsp. apple cider vinegar, divided
1 (15-oz.) can white kidney beans, drained, rinsed
1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
1 small or 1/2 large head of escarole, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Heat 1 Tbsp. oil in a large skillet over high. Season pork chops on both sides with 1 1/2 tsp. salt. Cook pork until underside is golden brown, about 1 minute. Turn and cook on other side about 1 minute before turning again. Repeat, turning every minute, until chops are deep golden brown and an instant-read thermometer inserted into thickest part registers 135°F, 6-8 minutes total.
  • Transfer pork to a plate and let rest 5 minutes. Pour off and discard all but 1 Tbsp. fat from skillet. Add garlic to skillet, heat over medium, and cook, stirring, until fragrant and beginning to brown, about 1 minute. Add honey, red pepper flakes, and 1 Tbsp. vinegar and cook, stirring occasionally, until bubbling, about 1 minute. Remove from heat. Taste and add more red pepper flakes, if desired.
  • Working one at a time, return pork chop to skillet, spooning hot sauce over, making sure to thoroughly coat both sides. Transfer to plates or a platter. Add beans, black pepper, and remaining 2 Tbsp. oil, 1 Tbsp. plus 1 tsp. vinegar, and 1 tsp. salt to sauce in skillet. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until beans are warmed through, about 4 minutes.
  • Place escarole in a large bowl. Pour hot beans and sauce over escarole and toss to coat thoroughly and wilt escarole slightly. Serve alongside pork.

WILTED ESCAROLE AND GARLIC-FRIED GARBANZO BEANS



Wilted Escarole and Garlic-Fried Garbanzo Beans image

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

Olive oil, for frying
8 garlic cloves, peeled and sliced about 1/8-inch-thick (1/4 cup)
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
2 cups cooked garbanzo beans (chickpeas)
2 heads escarole (about 2 1/2 pounds), cored and roughly chopped
1/2 lemon, plus lemon wedges for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 200 degrees. Fill a heavy-bottomed saucepan with 1 inch of oil. Heat to 350 degrees, checking the temperature on a deep-fry thermometer. Add the garlic, and fry just until it starts to turn golden, about 10 seconds. Remove with slotted spoon, and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. Season with salt and pepper, and set aside.
  • Working in small batches, add the garbanzo beans to the oil. Fry until golden and crusty, 2 to 3 minutes. As you are frying, check the temperature of the oil with the deep-fry thermometer, and adjust the heat as necessary to keep it between 325 degrees and 350 degrees. Using a slotted spoon, remove the garbanzos to a paper towel-lined baking sheet. Season with salt and pepper. Keep warm in the oven. Remove the pan of oil from the heat, and set aside.
  • To wilt the escarole, place about 3 tablespoons of the reserved oil in a large deep skillet or Dutch-oven over medium-high heat. Add as much escarole as will comfortably fit in your pan and toss with tongs until wilted. Then start adding the remaining escarole a handful at a time and keep tossing until all the escarole is wilted. Reduce the heat to medium, cover the pan, and cook for a few minutes more, until the escarole is tender, about 8 to 10 minutes altogether. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Arrange the escarole on a platter, and squeeze lemon juice over. Scatter the fried garbanzos over the escarole, and top with the fried garlic. Garnish platter with lemon wedges.

RAO'S ESCAROLE AND BEANS RECIPE - (4.3/5)



Rao's Escarole and Beans Recipe - (4.3/5) image

Provided by á-2825

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
4 cups cooked cannelloni beans
1 cup reserved bean broth
8 cups Chicken Stock, or canned chicken broth
2 large bunches of escarole, cooked and chopped
salt and Pepper to taste
Freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese for topping

Steps:

  • 1. Wash escarole in cold water. Cut off tough stem end and remove any damaged leaves. 2. Tear into medium sized pieces and boil in salted water for 5 minutes. Remove from heat, drain and submerge in cold water to stop the cooking process. 3. Drain. Squeeze the excess water out and blot dry. You can cover and refrigerate the escarole if not needed immediately. 4. Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the garlic and sauté for 2 minutes until golden brown 5. Stir in the beans. Add the stock, escarole, and salt and pepper. Lower the heat and cook for about 5 minutes or until hot, adding additional stock if you prefer a thinner soup. 6. Serve garnished with freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. COOKING DRIED BEANS: Before cooking, dried beans must be presoaked in ten times as much water as beans, for a minimum of 4 hours, preferably 8. Drain the beans and place in a large saucepan with cold water (or unsalted broth), to cover by at least 2 inches. Bring to a boil over high heat. Lower the heat and simmer for about 1&1/2 hours or until tender, adding liquid as necessary so that the fully cooked beans are in a nice rich broth. Do not add salt or any acidic liquid or vegetables to uncooked beans or the beans will be tough. To be safe, add all seasonings, including salt, after the beans have softened. If you do not have time to prepare dried beans, canned beans, particularly cannellini beans, kidney beans, and chickpeas, are of high quality and can be used as substitutes.

TOMATO AND ESCAROLE SOUP WITH WHITE BEANS



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"SOUP'S ON!" -- So are health and flavor. A mug of steaming homemade soup is comforting, satisfying and good for the soul as well as the waistline. In our home this broth-based soup is a quick and easy suppertime solution, and a terriffic way to fill up on vegetables.

Provided by Feast Your Eyes

Categories     Stocks

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 small yellow onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans low-sodium low-fat vegetable broth
1 small carrot, diced
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can tomatoes with juice, diced
1/4 cup reduced-sodium ham, diced
3/4 cup angel hair pasta or 3/4 cup pastina
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (rub between fingers to waken flavor)
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/2 cup water
1 (15 ounce) can white kidney beans, rinshed and drained
4 cups escarole, roughly chopped (Other choices ( dandelion greens, mustard greens or spinach)
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large dutch oven over a medium-high flame, heat the oil. Add the onion and garlic. Saute until the onions are soft and translucent, and the garlic begins to "dance".
  • To the onion and garlic add the broth and the carrots; bring to simmer over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat and simmer, covered, for 5 minutes - or until the carrots are almost tender.
  • Stir in the tomatoes with juice, ham, orzo (or your choice), red pepper, black pepper, and water. Increase the heat to medium high and return to a simmer. Cook until pasta is tender (about 5 minutes). Add white beans and escarole; cover and cook - stirring often - until escarole is tender and the flavors blend (approximately another 5 minutes). Ladle into warmed soup bowls and sprinkle with parmesan cheese. A freshly tossed salad and warm crusty bread makes this meal complete!

ESCAROLE AND BEANS



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Found this recipe, and have been making it forever!! Absolutely delicious!! my photos

Provided by Carol Perricone

Categories     Vegetables

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 Tbsp olive oil, divided
2 large heads escarole
salt and pepper to taste
1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
1 clove garlic, minced
2 16 oz cans cannellini beans, undrained
3 sprig(s) fresh parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • 1. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in large skillet over medium heat. Toss in escarole, turning to coat with oil. Season with salt and pepper and crushed red pepper flakes. Cook, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes.
  • 2. In a separate skillet, heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Stir in garlic. Pour in beans with juices, and simmer until creamy, about 10 minutes. Stir in escarole and parsley; simmer 10 minutes more.
  • 3. Serve immediately.

GREENS AND BEANS, ESCAROLE AND BEANS SOUP



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Categories     Bean

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1 pound escarole, chopped
Salt
4 cups low-salt chicken broth
1 (15-ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
1 (1-ounce) piece Parmesan
Freshly ground black pepper
6 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
Serving suggestion: crusty bread

Steps:

  • Directions Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a heavy large pot over medium heat. Add the garlic and saute until fragrant, about 15 seconds. Add the escarole and saute until wilted, about 2 minutes. Add a pinch of salt. Add the chicken broth, beans, and Parmesan cheese. Cover and simmer until the beans are heated through, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Ladle the soup into 6 bowls. Drizzle 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil over each. Serve with crusty bread. Recipe courtesy Giada De Laurentiis

Tips:

  • Choose fresh escarole: Look for leaves that are bright green and crisp, without any signs of wilting or yellowing.
  • Soak the beans overnight: This will help to soften them and reduce the cooking time.
  • Use a variety of beans: Cannellini, kidney, and black beans are all good choices for this recipe.
  • Don't overcook the escarole: It should still be slightly crisp when you serve it.
  • Season to taste: Add salt, pepper, and garlic to taste.

Conclusion:

Escarole and beans is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its combination of hearty beans, bitter escarole, and flavorful broth, this dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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