Marry Me Butter Beans (With Creamy Tuscan Sauce)
Indulge in the deliciousness of Marry Me Butter Beans (With Creamy Tuscan Sauce), a comforting dish that combines creamy butter beans with a robust Tuscan-inspired sauce. This recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive appetizer for gatherings, taking just 15 minutes from prep to plate. The rich flavors of garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and spices meld beautifully, creating a satisfying experience. Plus, it’s easily customizable with fresh greens or protein options like crispy tofu or chicken. Serve it warm over rice or pasta, or enjoy it with crusty bread to soak up every last drop of sauce.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 2 Tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes
- 2 cans butter beans (15 oz each)
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chopped fresh spinach
Instructions
- In a large sauté pan over medium heat, melt unsalted butter. Add minced garlic, salt, oregano, crushed red pepper flakes, smoked paprika, and black pepper; sauté for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and vegetable broth along with drained butter beans. Cook for approximately 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and fold in fresh spinach until wilted. Mix in heavy cream until well combined, then serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg