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Marry Me Butter Beans (With Creamy Tuscan Sauce)

Marry Me Butter Beans with Creamy Tuscan Sauce Bliss

Experience the deliciously creamy Marry Me Butter Beans (With Creamy Tuscan Sauce) for a comforting meal that delights any palate.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tuscan
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Main Dish
  • 1 can Butter Beans Substitute with cannellini beans if desired.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Vegetable oil is a suitable alternative.
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh is best, garlic powder can work in a pinch.
  • ½ cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes Fresh tomatoes can be used for a lighter taste.
  • 2 cups Baby Spinach Swiss chard can be substituted.
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Coconut cream can be used for a vegan option.
  • ½ cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast is a dairy-free replacement.
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano Dried basil can be used instead.
  • to taste Salt & Black Pepper Adjust according to preference.

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
  2. Add 3 cloves of minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Incorporate ½ cup of chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for an additional 2–3 minutes.
  4. Fold in 1 can of drained and rinsed butter beans, cooking for about 2 minutes.
  5. Stir in 2 cups of baby spinach until just wilted, about 1–2 minutes.
  6. Pour in 1 cup of heavy cream and mix with ½ cup of grated Parmesan, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
  7. Cook for another 5 minutes on low heat until the sauce thickens.
  8. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.
  9. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 12gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 10gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure to fold the butter beans gently into the sauce to keep their texture intact. Fresh garlic and spinach are recommended for the best flavor.

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