Catalan Sauteed Polenta And Butter Beans Recipe

Name: Catalan Sauteed Polenta And Butter Beans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 teaspoons olive oil, divided; 1 (16 ounce) package prepared polenta, cut into 1/2-inch cubes; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 small onion, halved and thinly sliced; 1 red bell pepper, diced; 1/2 teaspoon paprika; 1 (15 ounce) can butter beans, rinsed; 4 cups Baby Spinach; 3/4 cup low sodium vegetable broth; 1/2 cup monterey jack cheese, shredded; 2 teaspoons sherry wine vinegar

Servings: persons

4 teaspoons olive oil, divided
1 (16 ounce) package prepared polenta, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 garlic clove, minced
1 small onion, halved and thinly sliced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1 (15 ounce) can butter beans, rinsed
4 cups Baby Spinach
3/4 cup low sodium vegetable broth
1/2 cup monterey jack cheese, shredded
2 teaspoons sherry wine vinegar

1
Heat 2 teaspoons olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
2
Add polenta and cook in a single layer, stirring occasionally, until beginning to brown, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer to plate.
3
Reduce the heat to medium, add the remaining 2 tsps oil and garlic to the pan, and cook stirring until fragrant, 30 seconds.
4
Add onion and bell pepper; cook, stirring, until just tender, 3 to 5 minutes.
5
Sprinkle with paprika, cook, stirring for 30 seconds.
6
Stir in beans, spinach, and broth, cook, stirring, until the beans are heated through and the spinach is wilted, 2 to 3 minutes.
7
Remove from heat; stir in cheese and vinegar.
8
Serve vegetables over polenta.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 teaspoons olive oil, divided, 1 (16 ounce) package prepared polenta, cut into 1/2-inch cubes, 1 garlic clove, minced, 1 small onion, halved and thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, Catalan Sauteed Polenta And Butter Beans falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Catalan Sauteed Polenta And Butter Beans

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