Pan-Fried Beans and Spinach

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  • Number of Servings: 4
Ingredients
15.5 oz. can Great Northern Beans, drained1 1/2 pkg. Lean Sliced Ham (such as Kroger or Carl Buddig, 120- or 90-calorie packs), finely chopped1.5 cups Baby Spinach, chopped1 tbsp. Brummel & Brown yogurt spread (or other low-cal margarine substitute)1 tbsp. Garlic1 tsp. Paprika1 tbsp. Parsley2 tsp. Italian SeasoningSalt, Pepper, and Other Seasonings to tasteCooking Spray (regular or butter flavored)1 tbsp. Parmesan Cheese, grated
Directions
1. Prepare ingredients: Drain beans. Wash and finely chop spinach, and shake off water or press dry. Chop ham into bite-sized pieces or strips. Set aside.

2. Coat large skillet with cooking spray and heat Brummel & Brown and garlic at medium heat.

3. Once the Brummel melts, add the beans in a single layer. Sprinkle with paprika, parsley, italian seasoning. Stir to coat the beans, then let them sit long enough to brown on one side, about 3 or 4 minutes, before turning to brown the other side, another 3 to 4 minutes.

4. Add the spinach, salt, pepper, and any additional seasonings to the pan, stir, and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, just long enough for the leaves to go a bit limp. If necessary, add more cooking spray to be sure ingredients do not burn.

5. Dust each serving with Parmesan cheese and serve.

Serving Size: Makes 4 servings as a side dish or 2 as a main dish

Number of Servings: 4

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user AUTIEJ.

Servings Per Recipe: 4
Nutritional Info Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 160.9
  • Total Fat: 5.2 g
  • Cholesterol: 16.0 mg
  • Sodium: 1,353.8 mg
  • Total Carbs: 15.0 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 4.9 g
  • Protein: 11.4 g

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