Tuscan Turkey and White Bean Skillet
A hearty, one-pan Tuscan-inspired dish featuring ground turkey, creamy white beans, and peppery kale in a rich tomato-based stew. Serve with crusty bread for a comforting, family-friendly meal.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Total Time: 30
- Yield: 4 1x
- Category: quick
- Method: Stewing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup minced shallots (or yellow onion)
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 lb. ground turkey
2 Tbsp. tomato paste
1 1/2 tsp. dried oregano
1 tsp. fennel seeds
1/4 to 1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 tsp. each kosher salt and cracked black pepper
3/4 cup vegetable broth
1 (14.5-oz.) can diced fire-roasted tomatoes
1 (15-oz.) can butter beans (or 15 oz drained and rinsed cannellini beans)
4 packed cups chopped kale, stems and ribs removed
1/4 cup lactose-free heavy cream (optional)
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for garnish
Instructions
Heat oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat until shimmering
Add shallots and cook for 3 minutes until softened
Push shallots to one side and add garlic; sauté for 1 minute until fragrant
Add ground turkey and cook until browned
Stir in tomato paste, oregano, fennel seeds, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper
Cook for 1-2 minutes until paste smells nutty
Pour in vegetable broth and tomatoes, bringing to a simmer
Add drained beans and chopped kale; cook until kale wilts
Reduce heat and simmer for 5-7 minutes until thickened
Stir in cream and toss in Parmesan
Serve with warm crusty bread
Notes
Use ground chicken or meatless crumbles for non-Turkey versions
Omit Parmesan for vegan option (use nutritional yeast)
Drain and rinse canned beans if preferred
Check vegetable broth for hidden alcohol content
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 530mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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