Broccoli White Bean Melts

Broccoli and white beans mashed with Dijon, piled onto toasted bread, topped with cheddar, and broiled for a quick vegetarian sandwich.

Prep: 10 min · Cook: 10 min · Yield: 2 · Method: Oven

Ingredients

• 4 bread slices
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 1 15-ounce can canned white beans
• 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
• 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Cooking instructions

1. Position an oven rack 6 inches below the broiler and heat the broiler. Steam the broccoli until bright green and tender, about 4 minutes. (about 4 min) — Broil; steam broccoli over simmering water
2. Drain and rinse the beans. Mash them with the Dijon mustard, olive oil, garlic powder, and black pepper until mostly smooth. (about 2 min)
3. Arrange the bread on a baking sheet and broil until lightly crisp, about 1 minute per side. (about 2 min) — Broil
4. Fold the cooked broccoli into the bean mixture, then divide it among the toasted bread slices. (about 1 min)
5. Top with the cheddar and broil until the cheese is fully melted and lightly browned, 2 to 3 minutes. (about 3 min) — Broil
6. Let the melts stand for 1 minute before serving. (about 1 min)