Cannellini Beans: From Dried Beans to Brothy Bean Bliss

This simple Cannellini beans recipe will become a favorite ingredient in your weekly meal prep. Whether you're making Mediterranean white bean soup or a creamy dip, these beans will add a nutty flavor and creamy texture to your favorite dishes. Enjoy them in their own delicious broth or drain and rinse them and add them to other recipes just the same way you would with canned beans.

Author: Balancing Bowls

Meal Type: Milk Free

Cuisine: American

Difficulty: EASY

Prep. Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 2 hours

Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes

Servings: 6 Servings

Calories: 346 kcal per serving

Ingredients

1 lb - dried Cannellini beans
6 cups - chicken broth or vegetable broth
1 - yellow onion
4 cloves - garlic
1 - bay leaf
1 tsp - kosher salt
¼ tsp - red pepper flakes
1 tbsp - extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

If using dried beans, soak them overnight or use the quick soak method.
Drain the beans and place them in a large pot with broth, onion, garlic, bay leaf, salt, and red pepper flakes.
Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Simmer for 1.5-2 hours, stirring occasionally.
Once the beans are tender, remove the onion and bay leaf. Stir in olive oil and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.

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