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 it is best served in a bowl with crusty bread for dipping. My husband asks me to make it every week. I promise you will love this old-world escarole and beans recipe. The cooking technique removes the bitterness from the escarole while maintaining the firmness of the beans.

Submitted by MissyPorkChop
Updated on September 18, 2024
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Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 2 strips bacon

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 head escarole, coarsely chopped

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 (15.5 ounce) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained

  • 1 (15 ounce) can chicken broth

  • ⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes

  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

  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 skillet.

  2. Add olive oil to drippings; heat 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.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

228 Calories
11g Fat
22g Carbs
10g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 228
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11g 15%
Saturated Fat 3g 16%
Cholesterol 14mg 5%
Sodium 927mg 40%
Total Carbohydrate 22g 8%
Dietary Fiber 10g 34%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 10g 19%
Vitamin C 12mg 13%
Calcium 153mg 12%
Iron 3mg 17%
Potassium 575mg 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.