Beans and Greens Alla Vodka
 
 
A hearty stew of beans and greens alla vodka. Serve with crusty bread or over pasta.
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 8 garlic cloves, minced
  • salt, to taste
  • 1 (6 oz) can tomato paste
  • ¼ cup vodka
  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes
  • 2 (15 oz) cans white beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 bunch lacinato kale, leaves thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup heavy cream
  • grated parmesan cheese, to garnish
Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic along with a pinch of salt to season. Saute for 5-7 minutes, or until the onion is golden.
  2. Stir in the tomato paste, vodka, and red pepper flakes. Cook for another 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  3. Add in the white beans, kale, and 2 cups of water. Season to taste with salt. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 7-10 minutes, or until slightly thickened.
  4. Stir in the heavy cream and season again to taste. Divide among serving bowls and top with parmesan cheese to garnish.
Notes
Recipe from The New York Times Cooking
Recipe by Joanne Eats Well With Others at https://joanne-eatswellwithothers.com/2022/03/beans-and-greens-alla-vodka.html