Sautéed White Beans with Garlic, Sage and Tomatoes

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: Italian

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 2

Total Time: 2 15

Servings: people

Calories: 300kcal

Author: Kris Longwell

These Sautéed White Beans with Garlic, Sage and Tomatoes couldn't be easier to prepare, but is so full of robust flavor, you won't believe how quickly you'll be getting this to your table. Simple ingredients and wonderful flavors. It is wonderful served warm or at room temperature.

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Ingredients

1 cup dried cannellini beans or two 15.5 oz. cans, drained
¼ cup olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced about 2 tbsp
4 fresh sage leaves, chopped about 1 tbsp
¼ cup dry white wine
1 28 oz can San Marzano tomatoes drained
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

Cover the beans with water in a large pot and let them soak overnight (if using drained canned beans, skip to step 3)
1 cup dried cannellini beans
Drain beans and refill with fresh water in the same pot. Bring to a boil and cook for 1½ to 2 hours, or until beans are soft. Drain beans, reserving about 1 cup of liquid.
In a large skillet over medium heat, warm the olive oil.
¼ cup olive oil
Add the garlic and sage and cook until lightly golden, about 2 minutes.
4 cloves garlic, minced, 4 fresh sage leaves, chopped
Add the wine and cook until nearly evaporated, about 3 minutes.
¼ cup dry white wine
Add the beans and then squeeze the tomatoes into the beans with your hands. Season with a healthy pinch of salt and pepper. Simmer for 15 minutes, adding reserved liquid if becoming dry.
1 28 oz can San Marzano tomatoes, Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Transfer to a serving bowl and serve at once, or serve at room temperature.

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Notes

NOTE: Watch the video in the recipe card for visual guidance.

Cannellini or Great Northern beans work best; rinse and drain well.
• Slice garlic for a milder flavor and to prevent burning.
• Fresh sage is best; use ⅓ the amount if dried.
• Let tomatoes blister slightly for deeper flavor without excess liquid.
• Gently mash a few beans to create a light sauce.
• Finish with lemon, red pepper flakes, or Parmesan if desired.

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