Saturday, December 12, 2009

East Winds - Escarole and white bean salad


East winds have made it pretty gloomy at hollywood beach today even though the temp is still in the 80's. There is a strong chance of rip currents today and also some showers are expected. The clouds should keep most people out of the water but if you must swim then stay close to the lifeguard towers.

Escarole, White Bean & Italian Sausage

Escarole, 1 head – chopped
Cannellini beans (Great Northern) – two 15 oz.
Italian sausage, Sweet – ¾ lb
Garlic, 3 or 4 cloves – diced
Dry Vermouth – ½ cup
Kosher salt
Black pepper, fresh ground
Chili Stuff Chili Mix
Olive oil
 
Heat a large deep pan to medium. Add a couple TBL of Olive oil.
Squeeze the sausages from their skins and break apart as they brown.
Add the diced garlic and stir while it cooks for a couple of minutes.
Add the cannelloni beans, undrained. Add salt and pepper to taste and a ½ tsp of Chili Mix.
Lower heat a little and add the chopped escarole on top. Pour in the vermouth and cover. Let it steam for a couple of minutes.
Mix everything around and serve either warm or chilled.

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