Recognize & Appreciate Quote

“We tend to forget that happiness doesn't come as a result of getting something we don't have, but rather of recognizing and appreciating what we do have."  Frederick Keonig

Escarole & Beans

Growing up my mom would always make these dishes when I would beg her to make American dishes. Now I love making these dishes because they remind me of childhood. Funny how this "Pleasant Peasant Dish" comforts the soul and tummy! I love this one pot dinner dish!

• 2 Heads Escarole
• 2 Cans Cannelloni Beans
• Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 1 Tablespoon minced garlic
• 1 Tablespoon chopped onions
• 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• Salt and Pepper for test

Wash the escarole really well. In a pot coat bottom with olive oil, add garlic, onions and red pepper. Saute, add escarole, I always add a little at a time, and put a top on. Once escarole is welted down-not too much you still want it to have a crunch to it, add cans of beans, salt and pepper. Simmer until creamy.

I like to serve this is a bowl over Italian bread. Yum!