Description
The Creamy White Bean and Mushroom Skillet Dinner is a quick and nutritious meal that blends convenience with wholesome ingredients, catering to various dietary needs.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cup sliced mushrooms
- 2 cans white beans, drained and rinsed
- 3/4 cup vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup heavy cream or a creamy dairy-free alternative
- 1 cup baby spinach
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Pinch of red pepper flakes, optional
Instructions
1. 1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and sliced mushrooms. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until softened and browned.
2. 2. Stir in the minced garlic, dried oregano or thyme, and optional red pepper flakes. Cook for about a minute until fragrant.
3. 3. Add the drained and rinsed white beans and vegetable broth to the skillet. Bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the cream or dairy-free alternative and cook until the sauce thickens slightly.
4. 4. Fold in the baby spinach and grated Parmesan, cooking until the spinach wilts. Season with salt, black pepper, and more red pepper flakes if desired.
Notes
For vegan options, substitute heavy cream with plant-based alternatives like cashew cream or coconut milk. Experiment with different types of beans or greens for variations.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 30mg