Leftover Lamb and Cannellini Beans recipe

This Leftover Lamb and Cannellini Beans recipe is super easy to make and extra creamy. It starts with some canned Cannellini (White Kidney beans) that are simmered on the stove-top in a creamy parmesan sauce that is then paired with your leftover lamb.

Wanting another amazing leftover lamb recipe? Try this Indian Lamb Curry

Leftover Lamb and Cannellini Beans recipe

BEST RECIPE USING LEFTOVER LEG OF LAMB

Whenever I have some Leftover Oven Lamb from either a leg of lamb or lamb shoulder. I will make Lamb bone broth with the leftover bone along with this delicious and easy Leftover Lamb and Cannellini Beans recipe.

You can always, use baked or pan seared lamb chops to this instead if you do not have leftover lamb in the fridge. Either way you make this it is sure to be amazing!

Leftover Lamb and Cannellini Beans recipe

WHAT TO DO WITH LEFTOVER LAMB

The white beans go so well with lamb meat, however you can even enjoy it beef too or even with any type of white fish. However, when it comes to having leftover lamb in this house. This is our go to recipe ever time!

Leftover Lamb and Cannellini Beans recipe

HOW TO MAKE LEFTOVER LAMB AND BEANS RECIPE

  • You will want to start by making the creamy Cannellini Beans (White beans)
  • And the quickest way to have this dish ready in no time is to use canned beans.
  • Start by emptying the canned beans into a strainer and rinse them well then set aside
  • Meanwhile, in your pan add 1 tbsp of olive oil and 2 tbsp butter
  • SautĂ© the finely diced onion till translucent then add in the minced garlic
  • SautĂ© till fragrant roughly another 2 minutes then whisk in the chicken stock, seasonings
  • Add back in the strained beans and cover with a lid and simmer on medium-low heat for 10 minutes
  • Remove the heat and add 1/2 cup heavy cream and parmesan cheese and white pepper to taste
  • Simmer uncovered on low heat for a few minutes then remove from the heat
  • Meanwhile, slice some of your lamb from your leftover lamb shoulder or roast and heat that up anyway you’d prefer.
  • Ladle the hot beans into a bowl, top with the sliced lamb
  • Enjoy!
Leftover Lamb and Cannellini Beans recipe

Remember to always have fun and experiment with your cooking! Whether you’re a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this dish is sure to impress and satisfy. As Julia Child once said, “Cooking is like love, it should be entered into with abandon or not at all.” So go ahead and give this recipe a try, and don’t be afraid to add your own flair to it. Bon appetite!

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Leftover Lamb and Cannellini Beans recipe

Leftover Lamb and Cannellini Beans recipe

Yield: 2
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 pound of boneless lamb meat
  • 590 ml of Cannellini beans (White Kidney Beans)
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 cup of chicken stock
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasonings
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp white pepper

Instructions

  1. You will want to start by making the creamy Cannellini Beans (White beans)
  2. And the quickest way to have this dish ready in no time is to use canned beans.
  3. Start by emptying the canned beans into a strainer and rinse them well then set aside
  4. Meanwhile, in your pan add 1 tbsp of olive oil and 2 tbsp butter
  5. Sauté the finely diced onion till translucent then add in the minced garlic
  6. Sauté till fragrant roughly another 2 minutes then whisk in the chicken stock, seasonings
  7. Add back in the strained beans and cover with a lid and simmer on medium-low heat for 10 minutes
  8. Remove the heat and add 1/2 cup heavy cream and parmesan cheese and white pepper to taste
  9. Simmer uncovered on low heat for a few minutes then remove from the heat
  10. Meanwhile, slice some of your lamb from your leftover lamb shoulder or roast and heat that up anyway you'd prefer.
  11. Ladle the hot beans into a bowl, top with the sliced lamb
  12. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 2 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 1570Total Fat: 103gSaturated Fat: 50gTrans Fat: 2gUnsaturated Fat: 44gCholesterol: 358mgSodium: 956mgCarbohydrates: 72gFiber: 16gSugar: 6gProtein: 90g

These calculations are based off Nutritionix

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