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Keen for White Beans
Mild and creamy, they give a protein lift to casual dinners and holiday spreads. Four chefs share flavorful ideas
1. Lemony Farro Salad with Cannellini Beans, Avocado and Pistachios
“This easy grain salad with a lemon-and-cumin vinaigrette is full of flavor and lots of fresh herbs. It stars foods linked to healthy aging: whole grains, beans, leafy greens, seeds and nuts.” —Linda Shiue, physician, chef and author of Spicebox Kitchen
2. Tuscan White Bean, Sausage and Kale Soup
“The beans, chunks of potato and sausage, plus a splash of cream, make this soup comfort in a bowl!” —Molly Madigan Pisula, founder and chef at website Vanilla Bean Cuisine
3. Polenta Tart with White Bean Spread and Roasted Tomatoes
“This festive and fresh vegan dish is a hit at parties.” —Gena Hamshaw, registered dietitian and author of A Grain, a Green, a Bean
4. Puchero
“Originally from Spain, puchero is a hearty stew. The word ‘puchero’ means stewpot. I like using dried white lima, navy or cannellini beans.” —Hank Shaw, author of Borderlands and founder of website Hunter Angler Gardener Cook
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For full recipes go to aarp.org/whitebeans