Spring Greens with Beans

7 ingredients
9 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 Tbs. olive oil
  • 3 to 4 cloves garlic, minced (1 Tbs.)
  • 3 green onions, sliced
  • 2 16-oz. cans beans , drained and rinsed
  • 1 tsp. chili powder
  • 1 lb. arugula, watercress or baby spinach, stemmed
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Directions

  1. 1
    In large skillet, heat oil over medium heat.
  2. 2
    Add garlic and cook over low heat, stirring, 30 seconds.
  3. 3
    Add scallions and cook, stirring, 1 minute.
  4. 4
    Stir in beans, chili powder, and 1/4 cup of water.
  5. 5
    Bring to a simmer, then mash just enough beans with back of wooden spoon to create a thick, saucy base.
  6. 6
    Cover and cook over low heat while preparing greens.
  7. 7
    In large pot, steam greens with only the water clinging until wilted, 1 to 2 minutes.
  8. 8
    Remove from heat and add to beans; stir well.
  9. 9
    Season with salt and pepper and serve.

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