Hearty Tuscan White Bean Stew

A delicious and wholesome Tuscan-inspired stew featuring white beans, hearty greens, and flavorful seasonings.

Ingredients

1	small onion, diced
1	cup hearty greens, julienned (such as kale, chard, or collards)
13	ounces Pomi chopped tomatoes (½ a box) or other canned chopped tomatoes
1	medium medium carrot, diced
2	cans white beans (cannellini, navy, etc), drained and rinsed
2	tablespoons olive oil
1	cup vegetable stock (or chicken stock for non-vegetarians)
1	cup water
1	dried arbol chili
1	teaspoon Italian seasoning blend
1	tablespoon red wine vinegar

Instructions

• 1. Begin by lightly mashing half a can of white beans in a small bowl.
  2. In a large soup pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Saute the diced onions and half of the carrots with a pinch of salt until the onions are translucent.
  3. Add the julienned greens to the pot and cook until softened, which should take about 5-10 minutes, depending on the type of greens used.
  4. Stir in the chopped tomatoes and cook until most of the liquid has evaporated.
  5. Mix in the mashed beans and cook for a few more minutes.
  6. Pour in the vegetable stock, water, dried arbol chili, Italian seasoning, and the remaining diced carrots. Stir everything together and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook until most of the liquid has reduced. Adjust the consistency by adding more water or stock if desired.
  7. Season the stew with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Finish the dish by adding the red wine vinegar and simmer for an additional 3 minutes to balance the flavors. Adjust the amount of vinegar according to your preference.

Jul 19, 2024