This creamy white bean dish is packed with garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach in a rich, comforting sauce. Perfect as a quick dinner or hearty side dish.
🛒 Ingredients
- 2 cans (15 oz each) white beans, drained
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Sauté the Garlic
🔥 Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
➡️ Add minced garlic.
➡️ Cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
2️⃣ Add Sun-Dried Tomatoes
🍅 Stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes.
➡️ Cook for 2 minutes to release their flavor.
3️⃣ Make the Creamy Sauce
🥛 Pour in the heavy cream.
➡️ Stir continuously.
➡️ Add Parmesan cheese and mix until melted and smooth.
4️⃣ Add the Beans
🫘 Stir in the white beans.
➡️ Mix gently so the beans stay whole.
➡️ Simmer for 5 minutes.
5️⃣ Add Spinach
🌿 Add chopped spinach.
➡️ Stir until wilted and combined with the sauce.
6️⃣ Season
🧂 Add salt and black pepper to taste.
➡️ Simmer for another 2–3 minutes.
7️⃣ Serve
🍽️ Serve warm with crusty bread, rice, or roasted vegetables.
➡️ Garnish with extra Parmesan if desired.
❓ Q & A
Can I use other beans?
✅ Yes! Cannellini, Great Northern, or butter beans work well.
Can I make it ahead?
✅ Yes, store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Can I add chicken?
✅ Absolutely. Shredded cooked chicken pairs wonderfully with this dish.
🌟 Nutritional Benefits
🫘 White beans provide plant-based protein and fiber.
🌿 Spinach contains vitamins A, C, and iron.
🍅 Sun-dried tomatoes add antioxidants and rich flavor.
🧀 Parmesan cheese adds calcium and savory goodness.
This Creamy Tuscan White Bean Skillet is rich, cozy, and ready in about 20 minutes! 🫘🌿✨🍽️