Enjoy this hearty and flavorful White Bean and Kale Stew, a wonderful dish perfect for sharing. It brings together creamy beans and tender greens for a comforting meal.
Author:Lena Walker
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:35 minutes
Total Time:50 minutes
Yield:6 servings
Category:Soup/Stew
Method:Stovetop Simmering
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
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1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 carrots, chopped
2 celery stalks, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
6 cups vegetable broth
2 (15 ounce) cans cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1 bunch kale, stems removed and chopped
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add the onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened, about 5 to 7 minutes.
Stir in the garlic, thyme, and rosemary. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the diced tomatoes and vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Add the rinsed and drained cannellini beans. Continue to simmer for 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Stir in the chopped kale. Cook until the kale wilts and becomes tender, about 5 to 8 minutes.
Season generously with salt and pepper to your taste.
Serve hot and share the warmth!
Notes
You can use any white bean variety you prefer, such as Great Northern beans.
If your kale is very thick, chop it smaller for quicker cooking.
For a richer flavor, use chicken broth instead of vegetable broth.
A splash of lemon juice added at the end brightens the stew wonderfully.