Brothy beans
Sometimes the most simple food is the most delicious and that is definitely true when it comes to these Brothy Beans. Butter beans are simmered in a broth that is made extra flavoursome thanks to leek, garlic and (the magic ingredient) parmesan rind. Serve with your favourite bread, liberally buttered of course, for a flavoursome yet budget friendly meal.
Servings: 3
Calories: 329kcal
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 stick celery finely diced
- 1 large carrot finely diced
- 1 leek finely sliced
- 4 cloves garlic peeled and minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cans butter beans drained
- Pinch saffron threads
- 1 Parmesan rind
- Sea salt flakes and cracked black pepper to taste
To serve
- sour cream optional
- Chilli flakes optional
- Crusty bread with butter optional
- Handful flat leaf parsley roughly chopped
Instructions
- Bring a large pot to a medium heat. Add the olive oil and then the finely diced celery, carrot and leek. Sauté until tender. Add the garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Next, add the chicken broth, butter beans, saffron and parmesan rind. Stir to combine and bring to a boil. Once boiling, turn the heat down and simmer. Season with salt and pepper and continue to simmer for at least 10 minutes with the lid off. The longer the beans simmer, the more flavoursome it becomes.
- Ladle the brothy beans into a bowl, top with chilli flakes, parsley and a dollop of Greek yoghurt or sour cream. Serve alongside well buttered bread.
Nutrition
Calories: 329kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 1200mg | Potassium: 1084mg | Fiber: 13g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 4570IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 79mg | Iron: 5mg