Description
Creamy Tuscan Marry Me Butter Beans is an irresistible dish that brings together the wholesome goodness of butter beans with a rich and flavorful sauce. This delightful recipe showcases a harmonious blend of sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and spices, all enveloped in a creamy base that pleases the palate. Ready in just 30 minutes, it serves beautifully as a main course or a side dish, making it perfect for both casual dinners and special occasions. Impress your family and friends with this simple yet elegant dish that embodies the essence of Italian cuisine.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 small onion (diced)
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)
- 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup coconut cream
- 2 cans (15 oz each) butter beans (rinsed and drained)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (or 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast for a vegan version)
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves (chopped, plus extra for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic and diced onion until soft and fragrant, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in chicken or vegetable broth followed by coconut cream. Stir to combine and simmer gently for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Fold in rinsed butter beans and heat through for an additional 5 minutes.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese (or nutritional yeast), red pepper flakes, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Cook until heated through.
- Remove from heat, stir in chopped basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg