Pork and Beans with Garlic and Greens Recipe

Name: Pork and Beans with Garlic and Greens
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound white or cannellini beans, soaked overnight or quick-soaked; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 pound boneless pork butt, cut into 1-inch cubes; 1 onion, sliced; 12 to 15 peeled whole garlic cloves; 1 cup chopped tomatoes; 2 cups thinly sliced kale or mustard greens; 2 tablespoons grainy mustard; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1 teaspoon black pepper; About 1 quart chicken stock

Servings: persons

1 pound white or cannellini beans, soaked overnight or quick-soaked
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound boneless pork butt, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 onion, sliced
12 to 15 peeled whole garlic cloves
1 cup chopped tomatoes
2 cups thinly sliced kale or mustard greens
2 tablespoons grainy mustard
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
About 1 quart chicken stock

1
Drain and rinse the soaked beans, then heat the oven to 350.
2
Heat the oil in a 6-quart Dutch oven or other large, heavy pot over medium-high until hot but not smoking.
3
Add the pork and brown well on all sides, about 10 to 12 minutes.
4
Remove the pork from the pot, add the onion and saute, stirring occasionally until translucent, 5 to 7 minutes.
5
Add the garlic and saute, stirring frequently, 1 minute.
6
Add the pork, along with the beans, tomatoes, greens, mustard, salt and pepper and enough chicken stock to cover.
7
Stir well and bring the mixture to a simmer.
8
Cover and transfer the pot to the oven and bake until the beans are tender, 2 1/2 to 3 hours, checking every half-hour or so after the first hour and adding water as needed if all the liquid has been absorbed.

1004

kcal

Calories

Fat

137

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 1 pound white or cannellini beans, soaked overnight or quick-soaked, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 pound boneless pork butt, cut into 1-inch cubes, 1 onion, sliced, and more.

Yes, Pork and Beans with Garlic and Greens falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Pork and Beans with Garlic and Greens

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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