Description
A rich and savory dish of pantry beans cooked with slowly caramelized onions, bright balsamic vinegar, and fresh parsley.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon thyme (fresh or dried)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, add the onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are caramelized, about 15-20 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and thyme, cooking for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in the cannellini beans and balsamic vinegar, and cook until the beans are warmed through, about 5 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
Brown onions slowly for the best sweetness. Use a wide skillet for even caramelization.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 0mg