CHEF JOHN'S ROCKET BEANS

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Rocket is another name for arugula. I love to use it as an herb, but don't buy it in the herb section of the supermarket; buy it in the lettuce section. This is an incredibly fast, incredibly simple, but satisfying rustic bean side dish.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Side Dish

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 slices bacon, sliced crosswise into 1/2-inch pieces
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 (15 ounce) jar butter beans, drained and rinsed
1 pinch salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups arugula, coarsely chopped
½ lemon, juiced

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until crisp, about 8 minutes. Pour butter beans into bacon and drippings; toss lightly. Season with salt and black pepper; cook 3 more minutes to blend flavors.
  • Stir garlic into beans and cook just until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Toss arugula into mixture and cook until wilted; remove from heat. Stir in lemon juice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160.2 calories, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 9.9 mg, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 8.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 583.2 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

Deag John
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I love this recipe. The beans are so creamy and flavorful, and the sauce is delicious. I usually serve it with a side of rice or pasta, but it would also be great on its own.


Kushi Music world
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family. I usually serve it with a side of roasted vegetables or a salad.


farabi ahmed
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I love the flavor of the smoked paprika in this recipe. It gives the beans a really nice depth of flavor. I also like that this recipe is so versatile. You can add different vegetables or herbs to it, depending on what you have on hand.


Noel Ladron
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The beans are creamy and flavorful, and the sauce is delicious. I usually serve it with a side of rice or pasta.


Sajahan Khan
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover beans. I had some cooked pinto beans in the fridge and I decided to try this recipe. The beans were delicious and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Shahjhan Rind
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I love this recipe! The beans are always cooked perfectly and the sauce is so flavorful. I've made this dish many times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Sk Rahin
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I'm not a big fan of beans, but this recipe changed my mind. The beans were so creamy and flavorful, and the sauce was amazing. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Zamir Khan okz
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I made this recipe exactly as written and it turned out great. The beans were cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I served it with a side of rice and it was a perfect meal.


AH GAMING
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing. The beans are tender and creamy, and the sauce is rich and flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe!


Ricardo Lopez
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I've been looking for a good rocket beans recipe for a while, and this one is definitely a keeper. The beans were cooked perfectly and the sauce is creamy and flavorful. I served this with a side of roasted vegetables and it was a delicious and healt


Kalen Salyers
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Chef John never disappoints! This rocket beans recipe was a hit with my family. The beans were creamy and flavorful, with just the right amount of smokiness from the bacon. I will definitely be making this recipe again.