White Beans with Tofu and Escarole
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 small leek (washed well), sliced
3 cups chopped escarole
1 small red bell pepper, diced
6 large cloves garlic, minced, divided
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary
4 ounces firm tofu, cut into ½” cubes
2 cups Great Northern or other white beans, rinsed and drained
½ cup grated Asiago or other sharp cheese (optional)
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and sauté leek until just tender, 3-4 minutes. Add escarole and bell pepper; stir to coat with oil. Add 4 cloves garlic (minced), red pepper flakes, and rosemary. Reduce heat, cover, and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until just tender.
While escarole is cooking, heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a small saucepan and sauté shrimp with remaining garlic for 2-3 minutes, until opaque and cooked through.
Gently stir beans into escarole mixture and heat through, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Divide among serving plates and top each with 4 shrimp. Sprinkle with cheese and serve.