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Easy White Beans

Author: Leah Porche, Leah Porche, RDN, LDN

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp oil
  • 1 tsp cajun seasoning
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1 tbsp garlic granulated
  • 1 ham hock, smoked turkey neck, or smoked turkey leg optional
  • 10 oz frozen onion/ 1 medium yellow onion diced
  • 5 oz frozen bell pepper/ 1 medium pepper diced
  • 5 large cloves garlic
  • 2 27 ounce cans Blue Runner Original White Beans

Instructions

  • Heat oil to medium 4 quart pot, add onions and peppers.
  • Allow to cook for 15-25 minutes stirring regularly to brown without burning, use water a few ounces at a time as needed to prevent sticking and burning.
  • Add smoked meat if using, option to add a few ounces of water or broth, stir regularly for an additional 15 minutes.
  • Next, add garlic and seasonings, cook for 5 minutes.
  • Add beans, stir well to incorporate.
  • Add smoked meat if using.
  • Allow to cook for 15-30 additional minutes, up to 1 hour, stirring reuglarly to prevent sticking.