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Beans Al Limone

Name: Beans Al Limone
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4

5 MINPrep Time

10 MINCook Time

4Servings

by Giadzy

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If this combination of flavors works so well in Giada’s Lemon Spaghetti, then how can it be bad in a creamy white bean side dish? In this dish, we were inspired by the way cuisine in Tuscany puts cannellini beans in the spotlight - and after you give this bright and sumptuous side dish a try, you'll understand why they do it.

Serve this with some crusty bread and even a simply arugula salad on the side, and it turns into a filling main course!

Beans Al Limone

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Servings

Prep Time

5 minutes

Cook Time

10 minutes

Ingredients

3 tablespoons olive oil

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1 shallot, chopped
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
2 cans cannellini beans, drained and rinsed

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1/2 cup water
2 teaspoons lemon zest
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 tablespoons mascarpone cheese
1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

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1/4 cup sliced basil
Lemon infused olive oil, to serve, optional

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crusty bread, for serving

Instructions

Heat a medium saucepan over medium high heat. Add the oil and heat another 30 seconds. Add the shallots and season with 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cook until fragrant and beginning to soften, about 1 minute. Add the beans and toss well to coat. Add the water, lemon zest and lemon juice along with 1/2 teaspoon salt. Bring to a simmer and reduce the heat to maintain a gentle simmer. Cook for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to marry. Stir in the mascarpone and parmesan cheese. Add the basil and stir to combine. Serve, drizzled with lemon olive oil if using alongside crusty bread for dipping.

Nutrition

Nutrition Serving Size: 4
per serving: Calories; 594

Amount/Serving % Daily Value

Carbs: 64 grams
Protein: 34 grams
Fat: 23 grams
Saturated Fat: 9 grams
Cholestrol: 32 milligrams
Sodium: 1370 milligrams
Fiber: 13 grams
Sugar: 3 grams

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3 comments

Aga - May 23

Why can’t I find cooking directions??

The Giadzy Kitchen - May 23
Ciao Aga! This recipe is part of our member-exclusive content. Our Membership offers many perks like free shipping and exclusive recipe and events. Plus, there’s a monthly option and you can cancel anytime. Join now!
REBECCA - Jun 13

WOW!!! I have been wanting to make these beans for a while now and I did today. These are AMAZING!!! Thanks for the recipe Giada!!