Creamy Cavolo Nero & 5 Bean Medley

A vibrant blend of cavolo nero, basil and creamy Merchant Gourmet 5 Bean Medley creates this simple yet satisfying dish. Finished with a dollop of crème fraîche and served alongside buttery toast, it's an easy way to elevate everyday beans into something special.


Written by Izzy
Creamy Cavolo Nero & 5 Bean Medley
Ingredients
  • 200g cavolo nero, leaves stripped from the stalks
  • Handful fresh basil leaves
  • 1 garlic clove, peeled
  • 2 tbsp olive oil, plus extra to serve
  • 1 pouch Merchant Gourmet 5 Bean Medley
  • Crème fraîche, to serve
  • Salt
  • Buttered toast, to serve

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5 Bean Medley
5 Bean Medley
  1. Bring a pan of water to the boil. Add the cavolo nero leaves and blanch for 30 seconds, then immediately transfer to a bowl of ice-cold water. This helps retain their vibrant green colour.
  2. Drain well and add the cavolo nero to a blender along with the basil, garlic, olive oil and a generous pinch of salt. Blend until smooth. The sauce will be quite thick.
  3. Transfer the green sauce to a saucepan over a low heat. Add a splash of water to loosen, stirring until warmed through.
  4. Add the Merchant Gourmet 5 Bean Medley and cook for a further 2–3 minutes until heated through. Add a little more water if needed to achieve your preferred consistency.
  5. Spoon into a serving bowl and finish with a dollop of crème fraîche and a drizzle of olive oil.
  6. Serve with generously buttered toast on the side.

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