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Lactose
This recipe is safe for those who are lactose intolerant.
Sodium
This is a low sodium recipe.
GERD / Acid Reflux
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Gluten Sensitivity
This recipe is safe for those who are sensitive to gluten.
"Spinach is susceptible of receiving all imprints: It is the virgin wax of the kitchen."
-Grimod de la Reyniere, French Gourmond
This is a great simple recipe sent in by Mary Bagby. It's a perfect side dish with both the beans and the greens that are so fantastic for you. The olive oil, bean and garlic give the greens a silky creaminess and adds some sweet flavor to the slightly bitter kale.
I prefer to use canned beans that don't have salt added and add it myself. This is certainly better if you're on a low-sodium diet, but either way if gives you control over how much salt is added.
Mary says that this recipe makes wonderful leftovers to keep for a busy day: "We get about 6 servings from this; one meal to eat right away, and two for later. This dish is one of the staples of our diet and I like to vary the greens."
Servings: 6 | Serving size: about 1 cup
Cooking Time: 30 Minutes
This recipe can be multiplied by 2, 3.
This recipe can be divisible by 2.
This recipe keeps well for about 48 hours. Reheat gently.
2 Tbsp | olive oil |
6 cloves | garlic |
8 cups | kale |
1/2 cup | low sodium chicken or vegetable broth |
2 15 ounce can | no salt added canellini beans |
1/2 tsp | salt |
fresh ground black pepper |
Place a large pot over medium heat and add the olive oil. Sauté the garlic until slightly soft.
Add the chopped kale reduce the heat to low and cook until almost tender -- about 3-5 minutes.
Add the chicken stock and cannellini beans. Heat through and season with black pepper to taste.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: about 1 cup
Servings: 6
Amount Per Serving
Calories 221 | Calories from Fat 47 |
% Daily Value |
Total Fat 5g | 8% |
Saturated Fat 1g | 4% |
Monounsaturated Fat 3g | |
Trans Fat 0g | |
Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
Sodium 126mg | 5% |
Total Carbohydrates 34g | 11% |
Dietary Fiber 10g | 41% |
Sugars 1g | |
Protein 12g |
Vitamin A 137% | Vitamin C 94% |
Calcium 14% | Iron 19% |
Vitamin K 370 mcg | Potassium 849 mg |
Magnesium 102 mg |