Earthy Bean Delight
A hearty Italian-inspired dish featuring earthy flavors and tender beans.
Ingredients
- ●1 1/2 cups cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- ●1 cup earthy mushrooms, slicedsuch as cremini or shiitake
- ●1 medium onion, choppedabout 2 cups
- ●3 cloves garlic, minced
- ●2 tablespoons olive oil
- ●1 teaspoon dried thyme
- ●1/2 teaspoon salt
- ●1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- ●1/4 cup grated romano cheeseoptional
- ●1/4 cup fresh parsley, choppedoptional
Instructions
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- 2
Add the chopped onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 8 minutes.
- 3
Add the sliced mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally, until they release their liquid and start to brown, about 5 minutes.
- 4
Add the minced garlic and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute.
- 5
Stir in the thyme, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute.
- 6
Add the cannellini beans to the skillet and stir to combine with the onion and mushroom mixture.
- 7
Reduce heat to low and simmer, uncovered, for 10-15 minutes.
- 8
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- 9
Serve hot, topped with grated Romano cheese and chopped parsley if desired.
- 10
Optional: Serve with crusty bread or over pasta for a more filling meal.