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Borlotti bean and cavolo nero stew

A rustic Tuscan style stew of creamy borlotti beans and dark leafy cabbage, perfect with a drizzle of olive oil.

  • Time45 min
  • LevelEasy
  • Costabout £0.97 a head
4 servings

Ingredients

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Method

  1. 1

    Heat the oil in a large pan. Cook the onion, carrot and celery for 10 minutes until soft.

    10 min
  2. 2

    Add the garlic, rosemary and tomato purée. Stir for 1 minute.

  3. 3

    Tip in the beans and stock. Simmer for 15 minutes.

    15 min
  4. 4

    Mash a few beans against the side of the pan to thicken the stew.

  5. 5

    Add the cavolo nero and cook for 8 minutes until tender.

    8 min
  6. 6

    Season, stir in the lemon zest and serve with a swirl of olive oil.

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