Beans and Greens
Beans and Greens
When you first chop up these ingredients, they’ll look like a mountain of greens. Don’t worry! They cook down to about 1/4 of their starting size.
kitchen gear
- Cutting board
- Sharp knife (adult needed)
- Can opener
- Colander or strainer
- Large skillet
- Measuring spoon
- Large spoon
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 garlic clove
- 1 bunch kale
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 1 can white cannellini beans
- 1⁄4 cup cold water
Instructions
- Open the beans with a can opener. Put the beans in the colander and rinse under cold water and set aside.
- Put the skillet on the stove and turn the heat to medium.
- When it is hot, carefully add the oil.
- Add the garlic and cook until just golden, about 1 minute.
- Add the kale, stir, cover and cook 7 minutes.
- Add the vinegar, beans, and water, and cook until warmed throughout, about 2-3 minutes.
- Serve plain or as a topping for cooked pasta.