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Tuscan Marry Me Butter Beans

Creamy Tuscan Marry Me Butter Beans That Steal Hearts

Delve into Tuscan Marry Me Butter Beans, a delicious comfort dish, perfect for any occasion, rich in flavor and simplicity.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dishes
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Butter Beans
  • 2 cups butter beans rinsed and drained
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil high-quality extra virgin
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes omit if sensitive to spice
  • 1 cup vegetable broth homemade or low-sodium
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream for richness
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese or nutritional yeast for a vegan option
For Seasoning
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • 1/4 cup basil chopped
  • 1/4 cup parsley chopped
  • 1 whole lemon zest and juice

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, until translucent.
  2. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to brown it.
  3. Add halved cherry tomatoes and crushed red pepper flakes. Cook for 4-5 minutes until tomatoes soften.
  4. Gently fold in butter beans and heat for about 2 minutes, ensuring they're well coated.
  5. Pour in vegetable broth and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
  6. Mix in heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese, simmering for another 3-4 minutes until creamy.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting consistency with broth if necessary.
  8. Remove from heat and stir in chopped basil, parsley, lemon zest and juice.
  9. Serve warm, garnished with extra Parmesan and herbs, with toasted ciabatta or pasta.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

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