Description
Tuscan Marry Me Butter Beans bring creamy, herb-packed comfort straight from your kitchen to the dinner table. Simmered with garlic, tomatoes, and fresh basil, these beans will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 cans butter beans
- 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 small yellow onion
Supporting Ingredients:
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan
- 1–2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 handful fresh basil
Optional Ingredients:
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- Red pepper flakes
- Crispy bacon crumbles
Instructions
- Warm 1–2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat for 30 seconds until it shimmers.
- Introduce diced onion and minced garlic to the hot pan. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until they transform into a soft, aromatic base.
- Tumble chopped sun-dried tomatoes into the skillet. Let them dance and release their intense flavor for 1–2 minutes.
- Stream 1 cup of broth into the pan, allowing it to reach a gentle, bubbling simmer.
- Reduce heat to low and swirl in ¾ cup heavy cream, creating a silky sauce foundation.
- Tenderly incorporate 2 cans of drained butter beans. Simmer for 5–7 minutes, enabling the beans to absorb the luxurious sauce.
- Sprinkle ½ cup grated Parmesan into the mixture, stirring until the sauce thickens to a creamy consistency.
- If using, add 1 cup fresh spinach and let it wilt for 1–2 minutes until bright green and tender.
- Scatter fresh basil and optional bacon crumbles across the top. Serve immediately at 180°F with crusty bread for dipping.
Notes
- Select butter beans that are creamy and tender for the best texture in this dish.
- Use sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil for more robust flavor and easier chopping.
- Work with medium-low heat when adding cream to prevent scorching and maintain smooth sauce consistency.
- Customize protein by replacing bacon with crispy pancetta or vegetarian bacon bits for different dietary preferences.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Sautéed
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg