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Spanish Beans & Eggs

Spanish Beans & Eggs
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This easy Spanish Beans & Eggs recipe is a quick, hearty, and flavor-packed breakfast combining creamy cannellini beans, perfectly cooked runny eggs, smoky spices, and fresh herbs. Ready in under 20 minutes, it offers a nutritious and satisfying start to your day with simple pantry ingredients and vibrant taste.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 can (15 oz) cannellini or white beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2–4 fresh eggs
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (extra virgin recommended)
  • 1 small onion, finely diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

Spices & Seasonings

  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Garnishes & Optional

  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tsp fresh lemon juice (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Base: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add finely diced onions and sauté for 3-4 minutes until soft and translucent. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  2. Season and Simmer Beans: Add the drained and rinsed beans to the skillet. Sprinkle smoked paprika, crushed red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper over the beans. Gently stir and let the beans warm through and soften for 5-7 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
  3. Cook the Eggs: In a separate non-stick pan, heat a little olive oil over medium heat. Gently fry eggs to preferred doneness, sunny side up or over easy, keeping the yolks runny for the best flavor and texture combination with the beans.
  4. Assemble and Garnish: Spoon the warm seasoned beans onto serving plates. Carefully place the cooked eggs on top. Finish with a sprinkle of fresh chopped parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice if desired.

Notes

  • Use extra virgin olive oil for best flavor and richness.
  • Keep egg yolks runny for creamy texture blending well with the beans.
  • Simmer beans thoroughly to unlock deeper flavor.
  • Fresh herbs like parsley brighten and enhance the dish.
  • Adjust crushed red pepper flakes gradually to control spice level.

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Keywords: Spanish beans and eggs, quick breakfast, cannellini beans, hearty breakfast, gluten free breakfast, easy skillet meal, runny eggs, smoky paprika dish

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