15 minutes
A comforting dish of white beans enhanced with a vibrant herb oil.
Chives, roughly chopped
cups
Cilantro, roughly chopped leaves and tender stems
cups
Basil, tightly packed leaves
cups
cups
Lemon Juice, squeeze
to taste
to taste
tablespoons
Garlic, thinly sliced
cloves
White Beans (Butter Beans Or Cannellini), rinsed and drained
0 oz
to taste
to taste
cups
Flaky Salt, optional
to taste
1. Make the Herb Oil
In a food processor, combine the chives, cilantro, basil, and olive oil. Add a squeeze of lemon juice and a pinch of kosher salt. Blend until the mixture is smooth and silky, creating a vibrant green, emulsified herb oil. Set this aside in a small bowl.
2. Cook the Garlic
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium-low heat. Once the oil is warm, add the thinly sliced garlic and cook for about a minute until it turns translucent and fragrant, but not browned.
3. Add the White Beans
Add the rinsed and drained white beans to the skillet. Season them with kosher salt and black pepper. Stir the beans for 2 to 3 minutes, slightly smashing some of them with the back of your spoon to create a creamy texture while leaving others whole for a pleasant contrast.
4. Add Liquid and Cook
Pour in the chicken stock, vegetable stock, or water, stirring to combine. Let the mixture cook for 1 to 2 minutes until the sauce is creamy and has reduced by half. If the consistency is too thick, you can add a bit more water to achieve your desired creaminess.
5. Serve
To serve, spoon the beans into bowls and generously drizzle the herb oil on top. For an added touch, sprinkle with flaky salt if you like. Enjoy your delicious, comforting white beans with herb oil.
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