Healthy Recipes

Directions

1. Heat olive oil

   In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

2. Add onion and thyme

   Once the oil is hot, add onion and thyme. Cook, occasionally stirring until tender for about 5 minutes.

3. Add garlic and red pepper flakes

   Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and cook until fragrant for about one minute more.

4. Combine ingredients

   Add the white beans, broth, and black pepper. Stir to combine.

5. Boil mixture

   Bring mixture to a boil, turn heat to low, and simmer, until the liquid has reduced six to eight minutes.

6. Mash beans

   Mash some beans with the back of a wooden spoon and stir to help thicken slightly.

7. Stir in lemon juice

   Remove from the heat and stir in lemon zest and juice.

8. Add spinach

   Add the spinach, a handful at a time, stirring it until wilted.

9. Taste and season

   Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.

10. Serve

    Divide among four bowls and top with freshly grated parmesan cheese, if using.