Creamy Tomato Butter Beans
Rich and comforting creamy tomato butter beans simmered in a silky tomato Parmesan sauce for an easy and satisfying cozy dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)
30 ounces butter beans, drained and rinsed
28 ounces crushed tomatoes
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon dried oregano or 1 tablespoon fresh oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
1/2 cup heavy cream, mascarpone, or half-and-half
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley or basil, chopped for garnish
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add chopped onion and cook for 5–6 minutes until softened.
Stir in minced garlic, smoked paprika, and chili flakes. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add crushed tomatoes, sugar, oregano, and thyme. Stir well and simmer uncovered for about 15 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly. Season generously with salt and pepper.
Stir in butter beans and simmer for 5 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Reduce heat to low and stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Cook for 2–3 more minutes until the sauce becomes creamy and smooth.
Garnish with fresh parsley or basil and serve hot with crusty bread, rice, or pasta.
Notes
Add spinach, kale, or mushrooms for extra texture and flavor. For a vegan version, substitute coconut cream and vegan Parmesan or nutritional yeast.
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