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Lemon white beans and spinach

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Lemon and spinach brighten a simple pan of white beans.

5 min prep · 10 min cook · Serves 2 · Main

Recipe by Other People's Recipes · Published · Updated

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Lemon and spinach brighten a simple pan of white beans.

An OPR editorial recipe for home cooking. The photograph is a serving illustration.

The method

  1. 1Warm oil and garlic for 30 seconds. Add the spinach and stir until wilted. Reserve the lemon juice to add after heating.
  2. 2Add the beans and 3 tbsp water. Simmer gently for 5–6 minutes, stirring, until piping hot throughout.
  3. 3Taste, add the listed finishing ingredients and divide between two plates.

Cook's notes & swaps

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These are optional pointers for making the recipe your own while keeping the spirit of the original.

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These timings require tinned or already-cooked beans; do not substitute raw dried beans.

A note from the OPR kitchen

An OPR editorial recipe for everyday home cooking. Timings are a guide and depend on your equipment; follow the method and check food is fully cooked. This recipe has not been independently kitchen-tested.

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