Name: French Onion White Beans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 3 large yellow onions, thinly sliced (about 6 cups sliced); 1 teaspoon granulated sugar (optional, but helps with caramelization); 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, plus more to taste; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme); 1/4 cup dry white wine (like Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio); 2 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth for a non-vegetarian option); 2 (15-ounce) cans cannellini beans, rinsed and drained (or 3 cups cooked from dried); 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, for garnish (optional); Crusty bread, for serving (optional)

Description

A comforting and flavorful vegetarian dish featuring slow-caramelized onions and tender cannellini beans simmered in a savory broth. Perfect as a main course or a side.

Ingredients

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2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 large yellow onions, thinly sliced (about 6 cups sliced)
1 teaspoon granulated sugar (optional, but helps with caramelization)
1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, plus more to taste
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme)
1/4 cup dry white wine (like Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio)
2 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth for a non-vegetarian option)
2 (15-ounce) cans cannellini beans, rinsed and drained (or 3 cups cooked from dried)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Crusty bread, for serving (optional)

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Instructions

1. Heat the olive oil and butter in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-low heat. Add the thinly sliced onions, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Stir to coat the onions. If using the optional sugar, sprinkle it over the onions now. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 30-45 minutes, or until the onions are deeply golden brown and caramelized.
2. Once the onions are beautifully caramelized, add the minced garlic and thyme to the pot. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant, stirring constantly.
3. Pour in the dry white wine and use a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits stuck to the bottom of the pot. Let the wine simmer and reduce by about half, which should take 2-3 minutes.
4. Add the vegetable (or chicken) broth and the rinsed and drained cannellini beans. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for at least 15-20 minutes.
5. Taste the beans and adjust the salt and pepper as needed.
6. Ladle the French Onion White Beans into bowls. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired. Serve hot, with crusty bread for dipping.

Notes

Allow the French Onion White Beans to cool completely before transferring them to an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat by simmering gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Category: Main Course, Side Dish
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 350
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 500mg
Fat: 10g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 15g
Protein: 15g