Marry Me Butter Beans (With Creamy Tuscan Sauce)
Marry Me Butter Beans (With Creamy Tuscan Sauce) is the ultimate comfort food that’s quick to prepare and bursting with flavor. In just 15 minutes, you can enjoy creamy butter beans enveloped in a rich sauce made with garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights or as a delightful centerpiece for family gatherings. With its heartwarming flavors and creamy texture, it’s sure to bring everyone together around the table. Plus, it’s highly customizable—feel free to swap in your favorite greens or add extra protein for an even more satisfying meal!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 2 Tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp oregano
- ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes (roughly chopped)
- ½ to 1 cup vegetable broth
- 2 15-oz cans butter beans (drained)
- 1 cup chopped fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated parmesan
- 2 Tbsp chopped fresh basil
Instructions
- In a large sauté pan, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves, along with ½ teaspoon each of salt, oregano, crushed red pepper flakes, smoked paprika, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper. Sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in ½ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes and ½ to 1 cup vegetable broth. Add 2 cans of drained butter beans and simmer uncovered for 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup chopped fresh spinach until wilted. Mix in 1 cup heavy cream, ½ cup grated parmesan, and 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil until combined.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 60mg