Tuscan ‘Marry Me’ Butter Beans
Creamy butter beans simmered in a rich Tuscan-inspired sauce with herbs and sun-dried tomatoes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner, Main Course, Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian, Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
2 tbsp olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and chopped
1 tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
2 cans (15 oz each) butter beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup vegetable broth
½ cup heavy cream or coconut cream (for dairy-free)
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (omit or use vegan alternative for dairy-free)
2 cups fresh spinach
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh basil, for garnish
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 2 minutes.
Add butter beans and vegetable broth. Simmer for 5 minutes.
Reduce heat, stir in cream and Parmesan, and cook until sauce thickens, about 3–4 minutes.
Add spinach and cook until wilted.
Season with salt and pepper, garnish with basil, and serve warm with crusty bread or pasta.
Notes
For extra flavor, deglaze the pan with a splash of white wine before adding broth.
Make it vegan by using coconut cream and vegan Parmesan.
Can be served over pasta, rice, or as a side to roasted vegetables.
Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Find it online: https://allrecipesmade.com/tuscan-marry-me-butter-beans/
