How to Make the Best Greens and Beans: 7 Tips for a Hearty Dish
A hearty and flavorful dish of tender greens and creamy beans, perfect for a comforting meal.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Collard Greens washed and chopped
- 1 cup Dried Great Northern Beans soaked overnight
- 1 medium Yellow Onion chopped
- 4 cloves Garlic minced
- 4 cups Chicken Broth low sodium
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes optional
- 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
- 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and red pepper flakes (if using) and cook for 1 minute more.
- Add drained beans and chicken broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes, or until beans are tender.
- Add chopped collard greens to the pot and stir to combine. Cook for another 15 minutes, or until greens are tender.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.
Notes
Serve with crusty bread for dipping into the broth.