Spring Greens with Beans

Description
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Ingredients

 * 1 1/2 Tbs. olive oil
 * 3 to 4 cloves garlic, minced
 * 3 scallions, sliced, or good-sized bunch garlic chives, minced
 * 2 (16-oz.) cans Beans (pink, black or navy), drained and rinsed
 * 1 tsp. chili powder
 * 12 to 16 oz. spring greens with small leaves (such as arugula, watercress, baby spinach),
 * stemmed
 * salt and freshly ground black pepper

Directions
In large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add garlic and cook over low heat, stirring, 30 seconds. Add scallions and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Stir in Beans, chili powder, and 1/4 cup of water. Bring to a simmer, then mash just enough Beans with back of wooden spoon to create a thick, saucy base. Cover and cook over low heat while preparing greens.

In large pot, steam greens with only the water clinging until wilted, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from heat and add to Beans; stir well. Season with salt and pepper and serve.