Creamy White Beans with Parmesan (Cannellini Beans)
These creamy white beans are quick to make, healthy, budget-friendly, and delicious! Enjoy these cheesy cannellini beans for lunch, dinner, or a side.
Servings: 4
Calories: 343kcal
Cost: £1.24
Ingredients
- 1 onion, finely diced (£0.15)
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced (£0.39)
- 3 (x cans) of cannellini beans, drained and rinsed (£0.65x3)=(£1.95)
- 80 g hard cheese, finely grated + extra to serve (£1.74/2)=(£0.87)
- 100 ml single cream £1.20/2=(£0.60)
- 160 g tenderstem broccoli, steamed to serve (£0.99)
Cupboard Essentials
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp coarsely ground black pepper
- 200 ml chicken or vegetable stock
- Salt
Instructions
- Start by adding the olive oil and diced onion into a non-stick frying pan. Season with salt and saute for 6 minutes.
- Once softened, add the pepper and garlic and fry for a further 2 minutes, then add the white beans, stock and cream. Cook for 7 minutes, adding the parmesan half way through.
- Meanwhile, steam the broccoli until tender.
- Serve with fresh basil and an extra sprinkle of black pepper & flaky salt.
Notes
- Drain and rinse canned white beans to reduce salt content and prevent an overly salty dish.
- Customise the recipe to your taste by increasing the amount of garlic for a more pronounced flavor.
- Tailor the dish to your preferences by experimenting with different seasonings, allowing for a personalised touch.
- Adjust the texture of the dish by mashing the white beans; go for a slightly chunkier texture or continue mashing for a creamier consistency.
Nutrition
Calories: 343kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 15g