Braised White Beans And Greens With Parmesan Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups dried white beans (such as cannellini or great northern), soaked overnight and drained
• 4 cups water
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 large bunch Swiss chard or kale (about 8 cups), stems removed and leaves roughly chopped
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves, sliced thin
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 cups vegetable broth (preferably low sodium)
• ½ cup dry white wine (optional, but adds brightness and depth)
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• Freshly grated Parmesan cheese, ½ cup
• Extra virgin olive oil, 1 tablespoon
• Fresh lemon zest, 1 teaspoon (optional)
• Fresh parsley, chopped, 2 tablespoons