Escarole and Bean Soup

Name: Escarole and Bean Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 4 cloves garlic, smashed and peeled; Pinch of red-pepper flakes, plus more for serving; 1 small head escarole, leaves torn into 2-inch pieces (about 12 cups); Coarse salt; 1 can (15.5 ounces) red kidney beans, rinsed and drained; 1 can (15.5 ounces) chickpeas, rinsed and drained; 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth; Toasted bread, for serving; Lemon wedges, for serving

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Martha Stewart Test Kitchen

Updated on May 16, 2017

Prep Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

25 mins

Servings:

4

Ingredients

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 cloves garlic, smashed and peeled
Pinch of red-pepper flakes, plus more for serving
1 small head escarole, leaves torn into 2-inch pieces (about 12 cups)
Coarse salt
1 can (15.5 ounces) red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15.5 ounces) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
Toasted bread, for serving
Lemon wedges, for serving

Directions

Heat a medium saucepan over medium heat; swirl in oil. Add garlic and red-pepper flakes and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Add escarole, toss to coat, and season with salt. Cook until escarole is just wilted, about 2 minutes.
Add kidney beans, chickpeas, broth, and 2 cups water and bring to a simmer. Cook until heated through, about 3 minutes. Season with salt; remove garlic. Top with toasted bread and red-pepper flakes. Serve immediately, with lemon wedges.