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Tuscan Marry Me Butter Beans

Tuscan Marry Me Butter Beans: Creamy Comfort in 30 Minutes

A delightful vegetarian dish featuring creamy butter beans in a rich sauce, perfect for impressing guests or cozy meals. Tuscan Marry Me Butter Beans are sure to please!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Creamy Sauce
  • 2 cups butter beans
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for sautéing
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes to taste
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • ½ cup heavy cream or plant-based cream
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese grated, or nutritional yeast for vegan
For the Finishing Touches
  • 1 bunch basil fresh, chopped
  • 1 bunch parsley fresh, chopped
  • 1 medium lemon zested and juiced

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 finely chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
  2. Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until aromatic, being careful not to brown.
  3. Add 1 cup of halved cherry tomatoes and a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes. Cook for 4-5 minutes until tomatoes soften.
  4. Gently stir in 2 cups of drained butter beans, mixing without mashing them.
  5. Pour in 1 cup of vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Cook for about 5 minutes.
  6. Stir in ½ cup of heavy cream and ½ cup of grated Parmesan cheese, cooking for another 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  7. Season with salt and pepper as desired. Adjust the consistency with more broth if needed.
  8. Remove from heat and stir in chopped basil, parsley, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
  9. Serve warm, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 7gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Adjust seasoning as necessary and enjoy this comforting dish with crusty bread or as a side to your favorite meals.

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