Best 9 Awesome Greens And Beans Recipes

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"Awesome greens and beans" is a classic Southern dish that is enjoyed by people of all ages. The combination of tender greens, such as collard greens or turnip greens, and hearty beans, such as black-eyed peas or pinto beans, creates a delicious and nutritious meal. This versatile dish can be served as a main course or a side dish, and it can be easily customized to your liking. Whether you prefer your greens and beans spicy or mild, there is a recipe out there that is sure to please everyone at your table.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

BEANS AND GREENS



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Tired of your kids not eating greens? Try mixing escarole with tender cannellini beans for an enticing side dish. You can substitute kale for the escarole.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, thinly sliced crosswise into half-moons
1 tablespoon minced garlic (about 2 cloves)
1 head escarole, washed well and stems trimmed
1 1/2 cups chicken stock
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 can (15 1/2 ounces) cannellini or other white beans, drained and rinsed
Grated Parmesan cheese, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion, and cook, stirring occasionally, 2 minutes. Add garlic, and cook 2 minutes more. Add escarole, and stir slowly, allowing it to wilt slightly. Add chicken stock, thyme, and salt; reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer for 15 minutes. Stir in the beans, and continue to simmer until most of the liquid is absorbed and the greens are tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Serve warm, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese.

THE BEST GREEN BEANS EVER



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Ree Drummond's Best Green Beans Ever recipe, from The Pioneer Woman on Food Network, starts with bacon grease and gains even more flavor from chicken stock.

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound green beans
2 tablespoons bacon grease (can substitute 2 tablespoons butter)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 large onion, chopped
1 cup chicken broth, plus more if needed
1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
1/2 to 1 teaspoon kosher salt (can substitute regular table salt, use 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon)
Ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Snap the stem ends of the green beans, or cut them off in a big bunch with a knife if you'd prefer.
  • Melt the bacon grease in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add the garlic and onions and cook for a minute. Then add the green beans and cook until the beans turn bright green, about a minute. Add the chicken broth, chopped red pepper, salt and pepper to taste. Turn the heat to low and cover the skillet with a lid, leaving the lid cracked to allow steam to escape. Cook until the liquid evaporates and the beans are fairly soft, yet still a bit crisp, 20 to 30 minutes. You can add more chicken broth during the cooking process, but don't be afraid to let it all cook away so the onions and peppers can start to caramelize.

GREENS AND BEANS



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We serve this along with steak and a baked potato. You can drizzle some extra-virgin olive oil on top before serving. Serve with crusty Italian bread. Navy beans work in this, also.

Provided by GinaLovesFood

Categories     Side Dish

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 teaspoon salt
2 heads escarole, cut into 2-inch pieces
¼ cup olive oil
3 cloves garlic, pressed
1 teaspoon salt, or more to taste
½ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese, or to taste

Steps:

  • Pour enough water into a large pot to be about 2 inches deep; bring to a boil. Stir 1 teaspoon salt into the boiling water; add escarole. Cook the escarole at a boil, pushing the escarole further into the water as it wilts, until it is fork-tender, 3 to 5 minutes; drain.
  • Pour olive oil into the pot and place over medium heat. Cook and stir garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes in hot oil until the garlic is soft, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir drained escarole and cannellini beans into the garlic mixture; cook and stir until the beans are hot, 5 to 10 minutes. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the mixture just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 135.1 calories, Carbohydrate 13.5 g, Cholesterol 0.6 mg, Fat 7.6 g, Fiber 7.4 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 737.7 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

SOUTHERN-STYLE GREENS WITH BEANS



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Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     side-dish

Time 22m

Yield 4 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 bunch collard greens, center ribs removed and leaves torn into large pieces
1 (15-ounce) can pinto beans
1 (14-ounce) can low-sodium beef broth
1/2 cup frozen chopped onions
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
1/4 cup real bacon pieces

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine all ingredients except beans and cook for 15 minutes stirring occasionally. Add bean and cook for another 2 minutes.

AWESOME GREEN BEANS



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I grew up eating these green beans and learned to cook them by watching my mother. They are my favorite way to eat green beans. Edit: This is a recipe for people that like a tangy vinegar flavor, most kids won't like it. I make this for the adults and just buttered beans for my kids.

Provided by diner524

Categories     Pork

Time 30m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 (14 ounce) can green beans (I use french style- absorbs the flavor best)
3 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
1/2 small onion, thinly sliced
1 -3 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (depending on the amount of vinegar flavor you like)

Steps:

  • Put a medium skillet on stove and heat to medium.
  • Add the bacon and cook till crisp, then remove to paper towel, keep bacon fat in skillet.
  • Add onions and saute till lightly brown.
  • Add green beans(undrained or just partially drained).
  • Add vinegar and cook on medium- low until liquid is evaporated. Taste the beans and add salt and pepper if needed, but remember the bacon is salty!
  • Then serve with bacon sprinkled on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 83.4, Fat 3.9, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 5.4, Sodium 75.3, Carbohydrate 10.4, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 4.8, Protein 3.5

BRAISED WHITE BEANS AND GREENS WITH PARMESAN



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Inspired by the Italian dish of sautéed puntarelle (a Italian variety of chicory) and white beans, this recipe makes a satisfying vegetarian main course or a hearty side dish for roast chicken or sausages. It opts for canned white beans, for the sake of weeknight convenience, and Swiss chard, which is much milder than puntarelle and easier to find in the U.S. Kale or escarole would also work well, if that's what you've got. On that note, grated Pecorino Romano cheese gives the broth a more pungent element, but Parmesan will work in its place. Serve in shallow bowls with toasted country bread to mop up the garlicky broth.

Provided by Lidey Heuck

Categories     dinner, weekday, beans, vegetables, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 cup olive oil
1 small fennel bulb, trimmed, cored and small-diced
1 small yellow onion, small-diced
2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary or thyme
5 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon red-pepper flakes, plus more to taste
1 large or 2 small bunches escarole, kale or Swiss chard, stems removed (10 to 12 ounces)
2 (15-ounce) cans cannellini beans, rinsed
2 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth
Kosher salt and black pepper
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella (optional)
3 tablespoons grated Pecorino Romano or Parmesan, plus more for serving
Toasted country bread, for serving

Steps:

  • In a 12-inch skillet or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium. Add the fennel, onion and rosemary, and cook for 4 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender. Add the garlic and red-pepper flakes and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Begin adding handfuls of the greens, cooking and stirring until leaves wilt.
  • Add the white beans, broth and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and stir to combine. Bring to a boil, then turn the heat to low and simmer, mashing some of the beans with a wooden spoon, until the liquid has reduced and thickened, 6 to 8 minutes.
  • Off the heat, stir in the lemon juice, then the mozzarella, if using, and Pecorino Romano. Taste and season with salt and pepper. Divide among shallow bowls and top with more Pecorino Romano. Serve with toasted bread and a dish of red-pepper flakes on the side.

QUICK-BRAISED GREENS AND BEANS WITH BACON



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These stewed greens develop deep flavor thanks to a quick onion-garlic broth and bacon, used two ways. Sliced bacon is cooked until tender, blending in but imparting its smoky, porky essence, while crisp bacon morsels are sprinkled on top for a salty, crunchy hit. This 30-minute dish is great spooned over rice or polenta, or alongside buttery cornbread for a hearty weeknight meal, but you could also top it with an egg to bring it into brunch territory.

Provided by Genevieve Ko

Categories     vegetables, side dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 bunches dark and sturdy leafy greens, like collards, kale or mustard greens (about 1 pound)
4 bacon slices
1 large red onion (about 1 pound), finely chopped
Kosher salt and black pepper
6 garlic cloves, sliced
1 teaspoon dried sage
1 cup chicken or vegetable stock
2 (15-ounce) cans red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 teaspoon hot sauce, plus more for serving

Steps:

  • Prepare the greens: Cut the tough stems out of the greens and discard. Stack the leaves, roll tightly crosswise and slice into 3/4-inch-wide ribbons. Transfer to a large bowl, cover with cold water and swish to remove grit. Transfer greens to a colander, cleaning them a second time if the water remaining in the bowl is visibly dirty.
  • Cook 2 bacon slices in a large Dutch oven or other heavy pot over medium heat, turning occasionally, until browned and crisp, about 6 minutes. Transfer the cooked bacon to a paper towel-lined plate. Meanwhile, cut the remaining 2 bacon slices crosswise into 1/4-inch-wide strips.
  • Add the 1/4-inch bacon strips to the hot bacon fat and cook, stirring, until the fat in the bacon strips starts to render, about 1 minute. Add the onion and a pinch each of salt and pepper and cook, stirring often, until golden brown around the edges, about 3 minutes. Add the garlic and sage and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Stir in the stock, scraping up any browned bits on the bottom of the pot. Cover, reduce the heat to low and simmer, 5 minutes.
  • Increase the heat to medium, add the greens, season with salt and pepper and stir until just wilted, about 2 minutes. Cover and cook until tender with a little bite, about 3 minutes.
  • Uncover and add the beans and hot sauce. Stir until the beans are heated through, 2 to 3 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Divide among serving dishes and crumble the cooked bacon slices on top. Serve with more hot sauce.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 326, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 44 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 12 grams, Protein 18 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 831 milligrams, Sugar 10 grams, TransFat 0 grams

AWESOME GREEN BEANS!



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Make and share this Awesome Green Beans! recipe from Food.com.

Provided by vika4321

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 (8 ounce) cans green beans
8 slices bacon
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
3 teaspoons pepper

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in the pan, add drained beans, and the spices. If you like steak seasonning spices, you can add that too. Cook for 10 more minute.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120.8, Fat 7.5, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 10.9, Sodium 723.2, Carbohydrate 10.9, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 3.8, Protein 4.5

AWESOME GREEN BEANS WITH KALE



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Awesome green beans! Once you take a bite, it will be the only thing you want to eat off the whole plate! Thank you Lord for a great recipe.

Provided by Sherylynn Booth

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Greens

Time 25m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 small shallots, chopped
2 small garlic cloves, chopped
½ cup chopped kale
2 tablespoons condensed cream of chicken soup
1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
1 tablespoon cream cheese
1 tablespoon sour cream
1 (15 ounce) can cut green beans, drained
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry shallot and garlic in hot oil until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes; add kale, cream of chicken soup, sriracha sauce, cream cheese, and sour cream to the skillet. Cook and stir the mixture until the cream cheese melts and the liquid is even in color, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir green beans into the mixture to coat, season with black pepper, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until the sauce thickens slightly, 5 to 7 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 169 calories, Carbohydrate 14.4 g, Cholesterol 9.9 mg, Fat 11.2 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 792.5 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

Tips and Conclusion

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, vibrant greens and beans. Look for greens with deep green color and no signs of wilting. Beans should be plump and firm.
  • Wash greens and beans thoroughly before using. This will help to remove any dirt or debris.
  • Blanch greens before using in salads or other raw preparations. This will help to soften them and make them more digestible.
  • Add greens and beans to your favorite soups, stews, and casseroles. They're a great way to add flavor and nutrition to these dishes.
  • Sauté greens and beans with olive oil and garlic for a simple and delicious side dish. You can also add other vegetables, such as tomatoes, onions, or mushrooms.
  • Roast greens and beans in the oven with olive oil, salt, and pepper. This is a great way to bring out their natural sweetness.
  • Conclusion:

    Greens and beans are versatile and delicious vegetables that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. They're a great source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber, and they're also low in calories and fat. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious way to add more vegetables to your diet, reach for some greens and beans. They won't disappoint!

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