Embark on a culinary journey to the sun-kissed region of Provence, where vibrant flavors and fresh ingredients dance together to create a symphony of taste. Discover two delectable recipes that capture the essence of Provencal cuisine: Greens and Beans of Provence, a vibrant medley of tender green beans, succulent tomatoes, and aromatic herbs, and Ratatouille Niçoise, a colorful celebration of eggplant, zucchini, bell peppers, and tomatoes, simmered in a rich tomato sauce. These dishes are not only a testament to the region's culinary heritage but also a reflection of its bountiful harvest and the passion of its people. Prepare to be enchanted by the simplicity and elegance of Provencal cooking as you explore these recipes, each offering a unique taste of this enchanting region.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
GREENS AND BEANS
Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 20m
Yield 3 to 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large Dutch oven.
- Add onion and garlic slices. Saute until tender about 3 minutes. Add the red pepper flakes and salt and pepper; stir until fragrant. Add the kale and let saute until it cooks down slightly. Add the beans and the chicken stock.
- Cover and let cook for 10 minutes.
GREENS AND BEANS
We serve this along with steak and a baked potato. You can drizzle some extra-virgin olive oil on top before serving. Serve with crusty Italian bread. Navy beans work in this, also.
Provided by GinaLovesFood
Categories Side Dish
Time 30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Pour enough water into a large pot to be about 2 inches deep; bring to a boil. Stir 1 teaspoon salt into the boiling water; add escarole. Cook the escarole at a boil, pushing the escarole further into the water as it wilts, until it is fork-tender, 3 to 5 minutes; drain.
- Pour olive oil into the pot and place over medium heat. Cook and stir garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes in hot oil until the garlic is soft, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir drained escarole and cannellini beans into the garlic mixture; cook and stir until the beans are hot, 5 to 10 minutes. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the mixture just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 135.1 calories, Carbohydrate 13.5 g, Cholesterol 0.6 mg, Fat 7.6 g, Fiber 7.4 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 737.7 mg, Sugar 0.5 g
GREENS AND BEANS OF PROVENCE
This is a delicious and healthy one dish meal! The recipe was given to me by a dear friend who is a GREAT cook.
Provided by Miss V
Categories Beans
Time 1h15m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onions and cook until just soft. Add garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until garlic just begins to brown. Add the stock, beans and kidney beans. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer 30-45 minutes. Add greens and cook until just tneder, another 5-10 minutes.
- Serve over rice with Parmesan cheese if desired.
VIRGINIA'S GREEN BEANS PROVENCAL
Provided by Virginia Willis
Categories side-dish
Time 25m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Prepare an ice-water bath by filling a large bowl with ice and water
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil over high heat. Add the beans and cook until crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Drain well in a colander, then set the colander with beans in the ice-water bath, making sure the beans are submerged. Drain the beans, shaking off the excess water.
- In the same pot, heat the oil over low heat. Add beans, garlic, tomatoes, olives and basil, and toss to combine. Drizzle vinegar over beans and toss to coat. Taste and adjust for seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve hot, warm, or cold.
CHEF JOHN'S BEANS AND GREENS
Beans and greens has it all: it's very easy and inexpensive to make; it's highly nutritious; it's soulful and comforting; and it can be served as a main course, side dish, soup, vegetable stew, or my personal favorite--as an appetizer. This is my new favorite home version, and uses delicious, beautiful escarole.
Provided by Chef John
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic; cook, stirring, until bubbling and sizzling, about 20 seconds. Pour in chicken broth. Bring to a boil and cook until liquid is reduced by half, 6 to 8 minutes. Stir in red pepper flakes.
- Stir in beans; bring to a boil and cook until you can see the tops of the beans just below the surface of the liquid, 6 to 8 minutes. Stir in oregano, lemon zest, and anchovy filet. Simmer for 3 minutes.
- Place escarole in bean mixture; reduce heat to low and stir until escarole wilts, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste; garnish with red pepper flakes and extra virgin olive oil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 203 calories, Carbohydrate 24.8 g, Cholesterol 3.9 mg, Fat 8 g, Fiber 9.1 g, Protein 7.8 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 1006.6 mg, Sugar 1 g
GREEN BEANS PROVENCALE
Garlic, tomatoes and olive oil are wonderful ingredients often found in Southern French cooking. In this dish, they complement the green beans perfectly. Paula Wharton - El Paso, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 5 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place beans in a steamer basket; place in a large saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 4-5 minutes or until crisp-tender., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute the onions, shallot, garlic and rosemary in oil until vegetables are tender. Add the green beans, tomatoes, basil, salt and pepper; saute 2-3 minutes longer or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 70 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 248mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- Use fresh, seasonal vegetables. This will ensure the best flavor and texture.
- Don't overcrowd the pan. If you do, the vegetables will steam instead of sautéing and will become mushy.
- Cook the vegetables in batches if necessary. This will help to prevent overcrowding and ensure that all of the vegetables are cooked evenly.
- Add the garlic and herbs towards the end of cooking. This will help to prevent them from burning.
- Season the vegetables to taste with salt and pepper. You can also add other seasonings, such as herbes de Provence, if desired.
- Serve the vegetables immediately. They are best enjoyed hot and fresh.
Conclusion:
This recipe for Greens and Beans of Provence is a delicious and easy way to enjoy fresh, seasonal vegetables. The combination of green beans, zucchini, tomatoes, and garlic is simple but flavorful, and the addition of herbes de Provence gives it a classic Provençal touch. This dish is perfect for a light lunch or dinner, and it can also be served as a side dish.
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