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Garlic-Infused Creamy White Beans

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A comforting and creamy dish made with white beans and chickpeas, infused with garlic and herbs, served with garlic toast.

Ingredients for Garlic-Infused Creamy White Beans

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Unsalted Butter

tablespoons

Garlic, halved crosswise

0 heads

Chickpeas, with liquid

0 oz

White Beans, drained and rinsed

0 oz

Thyme Sprig

each

Ground Nutmeg

teaspoons

Kosher Salt

to taste

Black Pepper

to taste

Crusty Bread

slices

Parmesan, freshly grated

to taste

Aleppo Pepper

to taste

How to Make Garlic-Infused Creamy White Beans

1. Caramelize the Garlic

In a medium saucepan, melt the tablespoon of unsalted butter over medium heat. Once the butter is melted and starting to foam, place the halved head of garlic cut side down into the pan. Cook the garlic for 1-2 minutes, until it turns a beautiful golden brown. This step caramelizes the garlic, adding a deep, rich flavor to the dish.

2. Simmer the Beans

Next, pour in the cup of whole milk, followed by the can of chickpeas with their liquid, and the drained and rinsed white beans. Add the thyme sprig and sprinkle in the ground nutmeg. Season the mixture with kosher salt and black pepper to taste. Allow this mixture to come to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 15 minutes. The simmering allows all the flavors to meld together, creating a creamy and aromatic base.

3. Prepare the Garlic Toast

After the mixture has simmered and the flavors have developed, use a fork to carefully remove the garlic halves from the saucepan. The garlic should be soft and aromatic. Spread the softened garlic cloves onto the slices of crusty bread, distributing it evenly. If you prefer a thicker, stew-like consistency, you can mash some of the beans directly in the pan using a potato masher or the back of a spoon.

4. Serve the Dish

Finally, ladle the creamy beans and milk into serving bowls. Drizzle a bit of extra-virgin olive oil over the top, then generously sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan. Finish with a pinch of Aleppo pepper and a touch more black pepper if desired. Serve the garlic toast alongside to soak up the delicious flavors.

Variations

Seafood and White Bean Stew

Add seared seafood to the simmering beans for a few minutes.

White Beans with Sausage

Mix browned sausage slices into the cooked beans.

Tuscan-Style Beans

Add a rind of Parmesan cheese during cooking and serve with extra virgin olive oil and fresh parsley.

Cheese Please

Stir in grated Parmesan, Pecorino, or creamy goat cheese before serving.

White Bean and Kale Soup

Incorporate kale and diced tomatoes in the last 30 minutes of cooking.

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