Best 5 Pittsburgh Greens And Beans Recipes

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Pittsburgh greens and beans is a dish originating from the African American community in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States. It is traditionally made with collard greens, green beans, smoked meat (such as ham hocks or bacon), and a variety of spices and seasonings. This hearty dish is often served as a side or main course, and is a staple of soul food and Southern cuisine. Variations of the dish can be found across the United States, each with its own unique flavors and ingredients.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

GREENS AND BEANS



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Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 3 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, sliced
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 cups kale, washed, stems trimmed and chopped
1 (15- ounce) can cannellini beans, drained
3/4 cup chicken stock

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large Dutch oven.
  • Add onion and garlic slices. Saute until tender about 3 minutes. Add the red pepper flakes and salt and pepper; stir until fragrant. Add the kale and let saute until it cooks down slightly. Add the beans and the chicken stock.
  • Cover and let cook for 10 minutes.

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

CHEF JOHN'S BEANS AND GREENS



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Beans and greens has it all: it's very easy and inexpensive to make; it's highly nutritious; it's soulful and comforting; and it can be served as a main course, side dish, soup, vegetable stew, or my personal favorite--as an appetizer. This is my new favorite home version, and uses delicious, beautiful escarole.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
4 cups chicken broth
1 pinch red pepper flakes
2 (15 ounce) cans cannellini (white) beans, drained
2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano
½ teaspoon lemon zest
1 anchovy filet
1 head escarole, chopped
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 pinch red pepper flakes, or to taste
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic; cook, stirring, until bubbling and sizzling, about 20 seconds. Pour in chicken broth. Bring to a boil and cook until liquid is reduced by half, 6 to 8 minutes. Stir in red pepper flakes.
  • Stir in beans; bring to a boil and cook until you can see the tops of the beans just below the surface of the liquid, 6 to 8 minutes. Stir in oregano, lemon zest, and anchovy filet. Simmer for 3 minutes.
  • Place escarole in bean mixture; reduce heat to low and stir until escarole wilts, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste; garnish with red pepper flakes and extra virgin olive oil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 203 calories, Carbohydrate 24.8 g, Cholesterol 3.9 mg, Fat 8 g, Fiber 9.1 g, Protein 7.8 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 1006.6 mg, Sugar 1 g

PENNSYLVANIA DUTCH STYLE GREEN BEANS



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This is now my favorite green bean casserole. I used to always make the good old favorite with the mushroom soup and fried onions on top. This is always a hit at our family holiday get togethers.

Provided by Donna

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 strips bacon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
1 -2 tablespoon brown sugar (I use 2, give it a nice sweet & sour flavor)
1 hard-boiled egg, sliced
1 small onion, sliced
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 can green beans
1 tablespoon vinegar

Steps:

  • Fry bacon to crisp, crumble.
  • Leave 2 tbls drippings& brown onion lightly.
  • Stir in cornstarch, salt& dry mustard.
  • Drain beans, reserving 1/2 cup liquid.
  • Stir liquid into skillet& cook, stirring until it starts to boil.
  • Blend in brown sugar& vinegar.
  • Add bean and heat through.
  • Garnish with crumbled bacon& sliced egg.
  • (I always double this recipe for family gatherings, if not, it will never be enough).

BEANS AND GREENS POLENTA BAKE



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Layering and baking sautéed garlicky greens, beans, and Parmesan on top of make-ahead Parmesan Polenta creates a super fast, pantry-friendly weeknight dinner that's sort of like a polenta pizza.

Provided by Anna Stockwell

Categories     Garlic     Olive Oil     Kale     Vinegar     Parmesan     Dinner     Quick & Easy     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Vegetarian

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups still-warm Big-Batch Parmesan Polenta
6 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
1 (14.5-oz.) can white beans, rinsed
¼ tsp. crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
1 bunch curly or Tuscan kale or escarole, tough ribs and stems removed, leaves torn into bite-size pieces
1 Tbsp. white or red wine vinegar
¼ tsp. kosher salt
¼ cup finely grated Parmesan, plus more for topping

Steps:

  • Pour warm polenta into a large ovenproof skillet or a ceramic baking dish or metal baking pan and spread into an even layer (ideally about 1" thick). Let cool, then cover and chill at least 1 hour and up to 1 week.
  • Preheat oven to 500°F. Heat garlic and ¼ cup oil in a large skillet over medium, stirring occasionally, until garlic is fragrant and starting to brown, about 3 minutes. Add beans and red pepper flakes (if using), then, working in batches, add kale, letting it wilt slightly after each addition before adding more, and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender and evenly darkened in color, about 3 minutes. Stir in vinegar and salt and cook, still stirring occasionally, until liquid evaporates, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in ¼ cup Parmesan.
  • Scrape kale mixture over prepared polenta and spread into an even layer. Drizzle with more oil and sprinkle with more Parmesan.
  • Transfer skillet to oven and bake until polenta is warmed through and topping is lightly crisped and browned, 8-10 minutes.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, seasonal greens and beans. This will ensure that your dish is packed with flavor and nutrients.
  • Don't overcook the greens. They should be tender, but still have a slight crunch.
  • Use a variety of greens. This will add flavor and texture to your dish.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different seasonings. Pittsburgh greens and beans are a versatile dish that can be flavored in many different ways.
  • Serve Pittsburgh greens and beans with your favorite side dishes. Some popular options include cornbread, mashed potatoes, or rice.
Conclusion:

Pittsburgh greens and beans is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up fresh, seasonal greens and beans, and it is also a very affordable meal. If you are looking for a new side dish to try, I highly recommend Pittsburgh greens and beans.

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