Speaking of my mom, when I was growing up, I don’t think I went a week during the winter without eating a hot, delicious bowl of her escarole and beans. It was a classic Friday night quick dinner typically served with crusty Italian bread. No matter how often I ate it, I never, ever tired of it. It’s one of the dishes that Jeff and I crave when we’re feeling blue for home or feeling chilled, like we do today. When you eat it, it makes you feel warm and comfortable.
I have absolutely no proof that Progresso cannelini beans will make this dish taste better, but my mom used them, so I use them, and so should you. They really are extra creamy and tasty. Plus, I like the picture of the can. I usually make a big batch of this; it’s one of the few foods I love as a leftover.
Mom's Italian Escarole and Bean Soup
Print recipe only here.
2 Tbsp olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1 large head of escarole, chopped (about 10-12 cups)
1 15-ounce can of cannelini beans (rinsed)
1 15-ounce can of crushed tomatoes (or more if you’d like it soupier)
Lots of crushed red pepper flakes
Salt, to taste
Lots of good grated Reggiano Parmigiano cheese (preferably from Dad)
Heat oil in a large skillet. Add garlic and sauté 1-2 minutes. Add chopped escarole, and toss occasionally, about 4-5 minutes, until it wilts. Add beans, crushed tomatoes, red pepper flakes, and salt. Heat through for 2-3 minutes more. Remove from heat; (this will help the escarole stay bright green).
Top with grated cheese before serving.
12 comments:
That looks so good and it's quick and easy. perfect!
by the way, i love your blog. i'm not a vegetarian but i love to eat veggie food. i've added it to it on my blog rachel's bite.
Rachel-
I agree, there's nothing like simple wholesome meals.
Oh, what music to my ears to hear you say you love your veggies!
Many thanks for your compliments.
Your mother sounds like a fabulous cook and this sounds like such a good soup. It would be particularly good right now in the middle of this unseasonably cold weather we're having.
Julie-
My mom really is a fabulous cook. I spoke to her last night about the weather; let's just say she is planning to make lots of soup this weekend.
I made this last night. Delicious.
P.S. You were right - the cheese from your Dad was the perfect touch!
Great blog. I have saved it to my favorites. Jo-Ann - RI
Yeh! I'm so glad you liked it! And I'm a favorite? Awww, you shouldn't have, but I'm glad you did.:)
Hey Food Blogga! I just bought escarole for the first time at the grocery store and am going to try this soup. It sounds delicious! And it's kinda cold here in Massachusetts.
i googled "escarole" to find a recipe, and yours looked like the best. i made it last night, and it's delicious! quick and easy to make, too! i look forward to checking out more recipes on your site:)
thebaablogger-That's fantastic! Thanks for letting me know that you liked it. :)
Dawn-I hope you like it. It's perfect when the weather turns chilly.
Just wanted to let you know that this recipe has become one of my favorites! Out of town guests arriving late at night who need some dinner? Perfect! Helping out with cooking after mom had surgery? This soup was great to stock the freezer with! It is so simply and comforting and tasty! Thanks for sharing...this is a real winner!
Oh, that makes me so happy. I love when a recipe works well for readers and am thrilled to hear it has become a regular in your kitchen. Thanks!
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