Substitute potatoes with pulses for a healthy alternative mash with a chunky texture

Bean & pesto mash recipe

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp olive oil, plus a drizzle to serve (optional)
  • 2 x 400g cans cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
  • 2 tbsp pesto

Method

  • Heat the oil in a large saucepan. Add the beans and cook for 3-4 mins until hot through. Lightly mash with a potato masher for a chunky texture. Stir through the pesto and season. To serve, drizzle with a little olive oil, if you like.

Recipe from Good Food magazine, November 2011

Method

  • Heat the oil in a large saucepan. Add the beans and cook for 3-4 mins until hot through. Lightly mash with a potato masher for a chunky texture. Stir through the pesto and season. To serve, drizzle with a little olive oil, if you like.

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