Marry Me Butter Beans (With Creamy Tuscan Sauce)
Marry Me Butter Beans (With Creamy Tuscan Sauce) is a delightful and comforting dish that can be on your table in just 15 minutes. This recipe features creamy butter beans enveloped in a rich Tuscan sauce, making it the perfect meal for busy weeknights or special occasions. With its luscious texture and vibrant flavors, this dish is sure to become a family favorite. Enjoy it alongside crusty bread, over rice, or with pasta for a filling experience that satisfies your cravings.
- 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 (minced)
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)
- 2 cans butter beans (15 oz each, drained)
- 1 cup chopped fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- ½ to 1 cup vegetable broth
Instructions
- In a large sauté pan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and vegetable broth, then add the drained butter beans. Cook uncovered for about 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and mix in chopped spinach until wilted. Incorporate heavy cream and grated parmesan until well combined.
- Serve warm with crusty bread, over rice, or tossed with pasta.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg