Ingredients

  • 1 anchovie filet
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/3 cup chopped onion
  • 3 pieces cloves minced garlic
  • 80 ounces baby spinach
  • 1/2 teaspoon grated nutmeg
  • 3 cups cannellini beans
  • 1/3 cup light cream
  • 1/2 cup grated romano cheese
  • salt and pepper to taste

Method

  • Add olive oil and anchovie filet to large soup or stew pot over medium heat.
  • Add onion when filet appears "melted". Saute until soft, add garlic and cook for about 1 minute.
  • Begin adding greens in batches, stirring and adding more as the greens wilt. Salt and pepper to taste, add nutmeg.
  • Add beans to greens and stir in well. Mash a few beans with the back of spoon to thicken.
  • Add cream and grated cheese, cooking until creamy texture.
  • Serve hot as side dish or as a main course.