Best 3 Smoky Beans And Greens On Toast Recipes

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Discover the perfect blend of smoky flavors and fresh greens in this culinary adventure. Our article guides you through the journey of creating a delightful dish that combines the richness of smoky beans with the vibrant crunch of leafy greens, all served on a crisp slice of toasted bread. Let your taste buds embark on a harmonious dance as you uncover the secrets to a well-crafted "smoky beans and greens on toast" recipe. This mouthwatering dish promises to tantalize your palate with its smoky aromas, savory flavors, and textural contrasts. Prepare to elevate your culinary skills and impress your loved ones with a meal that strikes a perfect balance between heartiness and freshness.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

SMOKY BEANS AND GREENS ON TOAST



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Beans and greens are great on almost every carb: in tortillas as tacos, over rice, on flatbread. They're also good without any carb at all, served in a bowl as a side. But whenever skillet-fried toast is an option, I take it. This is dinner food for me, but it also makes a good brunch with a fried egg on each plate.

Provided by David Tamarkin

Categories     Epi Recipe Club     #cook90     Dinner     Bean     Bacon     Paprika     Kale     Leafy Green     Garlic

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 (1-inch-thick) slices crusty country bread
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 ounces (about 4 strips) smoked bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
2 teaspoons smoked paprika, plus more for dusting
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (optional)
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Kosher salt
1 large bunch or 2 small bunches (about 8 ounces total) lacinato kale, stems re-moved and leaves torn into medium-size pieces, washed, and shaken dry (there should be a little water still clinging to the leaves)
3 1/2 cups drained Cannellini Beans with Sweet Paprika and Garlic or 2 (15-ounce) cans white beans, rinsed and drained
2 cups bean broth or water

Steps:

  • Heat a large, heavy (preferably cast-iron) skillet over medium. Brush the bread on both sides with the olive oil. Lay the bread in the skillet and cook, pressing occasionally with a spatula, until crisp and golden brown, about 90 seconds per side. (If your slices are large, you may have to do this in two batches.) Set the bread aside.
  • Heat a Dutch oven or other heavy pot over medium-high heat. Add the bacon and cook, stirring frequently, until it has browned a little and rendered at least a tablespoon of fat, about 4 minutes. Add the onion and cook, stirring, until it has softened and turned golden, about 4 minutes. Add the garlic, paprika, thyme (if using), red pepper flakes, and, if you're using canned beans, 1 teaspoon kosher salt and cook, stirring, for a minute or two.
  • Add the slightly wet kale in batches, using tongs to stir the leaves into the onion mixture; wait for one handful of kale to wilt and shrink before adding the next. When the last of the greens has been added, add the beans and broth. Raise the heat and let the beans and greens simmer for a minute or two, just to warm the beans and bring the flavors together. Taste and add more kosher salt if necessary.
  • Serve the greens and beans over the toast in wide, shallow bowls, dusted with a little more smoked paprika.

BROTHY BEANS AND GREENS ON TOAST



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When you need a quick, easy supper or lunch turn to this recipe that needs just a handful of ingredients and comes together fast. It's a nutritional layup, too: dark leafy greens like the Swiss chard possess powerful anti-inflammatory benefits, while beans bring filling fiber to the table. Spoon the mixture over toasted rustic bread, and energize it with a squeeze of lemon.

Provided by Shira Bocar

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1 large bunch Swiss chard (1 pound), washed, stems separated and thinly sliced, leaves roughly chopped
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 1/2 cups cooked beans, or 1 can (15 ounces) beans, drained and rinsed, plus 1/2 cup bean-cooking liquid or water
Lemon wedges and toasted sliced rustic bread, for serving

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat oil and garlic over medium until garlic begins to sizzle, about 1 minute. Add chard stems and season with salt. Cook, stirring, until crisp-tender, 5 to 6 minutes.
  • Add chard leaves, cover, and cook, tossing once, until bright green and just tender, about 3 minutes.
  • Add beans and cooking liquid; simmer until heated through, about 30 seconds. Season to taste, drizzle with oil, and squeeze with lemon before serving over toast.

SMOKY BEANS ON TOAST



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Forget shop-bought cans of baked beans. This homemade version is tastier and healthier, with an impressive four of your 5-a-day

Provided by Emily Kydd

Categories     Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Snack, Supper

Time 35m

Yield Serves 1 generously

Number Of Ingredients 11

½ tbsp olive oil , plus extra for drizzling
½ small onion , sliced
½ small red pepper , thinly sliced into strips
1 garlic clove , halved
227g can chopped tomatoes
½ tsp smoked paprika
2 tsp red wine vinegar
210g can butter beans or chickpeas, drained
¼ tsp sugar
1 slice seeded bread
a few parsley sprigs, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a small pan, add the onion and pepper, and fry gently until soft, about 10-15 mins. Crush half the garlic and add this to the pan, along with the tomatoes, paprika, vinegar, beans, sugar and some seasoning. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10-15 mins or until slightly reduced and thickened.
  • Toast the bread, rub with the remaining garlic and drizzle with a little oil. Spoon the beans over the toast, drizzle with a little more oil and scatter over the parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380 calories, Fat 14 grams fat, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 42 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 17 grams sugar, Fiber 15 grams fiber, Protein 13 grams protein, Sodium 0.26 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your dish.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different greens. There are many different types of greens that you can use in this dish, so feel free to try something new.
  • Cook the beans until they are tender but still have a little bit of bite to them. You don't want them to be mushy.
  • Season the dish to taste. Be sure to add enough salt, pepper, and other spices to your liking.
  • Serve the dish immediately. This dish is best enjoyed hot off the stove.

Conclusion:

Smoky beans and greens on toast is a delicious and satisfying dish that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover beans and greens. With its smoky flavor and hearty texture, this dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give smoky beans and greens on toast a try. You won't be disappointed!

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