Tuscan White Bean and Spinach Delight

A savory and simple Tuscan-inspired dish featuring creamy white beans and wilted spinach, enhanced with aromatic garlic and rich Parmesan cheese.

⏱️ Cooking Time: 20 minutes | 🍽️ Servings: 1

Instructions

1. 1.
   Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Once the oil is shimmering, add the minced garlic. Sauté the garlic for about 1 minute, or until it becomes fragrant and starts to turn a light golden color. Be sure not to let it burn as this can make the dish bitter.
2. 2.
   Add the drained white beans to the skillet with the garlic. Stir well to coat the beans with the garlic-infused oil. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, to heat the beans through and to allow the flavors to meld. Look for the beans to slightly crisp at the edges for added texture.
3. 3.
   Reduce the heat to low and add the fresh spinach in batches, stirring constantly. The spinach will begin to wilt quickly, creating a vibrant green base. This should take about 2-3 minutes. If the spinach releases too much moisture, increase the heat slightly to evaporate the liquid.
4. 4.
   Once the spinach is fully wilted and well mixed with the beans, sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the top. Stir gently to combine until the cheese melts, creating a creamy, savory coating for the beans and spinach. This binds all flavors together.
5. 5.
   Serve immediately while hot. If the dish seems too thick, you can add a tablespoon of water to create a slightly saucier consistency. For an extra flavor kick, consider adding a pinch of chili flakes for spice.