Fragrant Herb-Simmered White Beans with Kale

Ingredients

• 30 oz canned white cannellini beans
• 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
• 1 tsp fresh rosemary
• 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1 bunch lacinato kale
• 5 oz baby spinach leaves
• 0.5 cup herb broth
• 0.25 cup olives
• 1 lemon
• to taste kosher salt
• to taste black pepper
• 2 tbsp parsley

Instructions

1. 1Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion until softened, then add garlic, thyme, rosemary, and red pepper flakes, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
2. 2Add chopped kale to the skillet and cook until it begins to wilt, about 3-5 minutes. Stir in the baby spinach leaves until just wilted.
3. 3Stir in the rinsed cannellini beans, herb broth, and chopped olives. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
4. 4Remove from heat. Stir in the fresh lemon juice and lemon zest.
5. 5Season generously with Kosher salt and black pepper to taste. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.