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Tuscan Marry Me Butter Beans

Tuscan Marry Me Butter Beans

A delightful dish featuring Tuscan Marry Me Butter Beans, with a rich butter sauce and fresh herbs.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course main dish
Cuisine Italian
Servings 1 serving
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • large skillet

Ingredients
  

For the Butter Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil for a neutral taste
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.5 cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped; use fresh tomatoes in summer for a lighter alternative
  • 1 cup vegetable or chicken broth homemade preferred

For the Beans

  • 2 cans cannellini beans 15 oz; drained and rinsed; dried beans can be used if cooked in advance

For Creaminess

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter use plant-based for a dairy-free option
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese nutritional yeast can substitute for a dairy-free option

For Freshness

  • 0.25 cup fresh parsley chopped; substitute with cilantro or omit if unavailable
  • 0.25 cup fresh basil chopped; substitute with dried basil (use less)

For a Touch of Spice

  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes adjust based on your spice tolerance
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice can swap with lime juice
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering, about 1-2 minutes.
  • Add 3 cloves of minced garlic to the skillet, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
  • Stir in ½ cup of chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for another minute.
  • Gently fold in 2 cans of drained and rinsed cannellini beans, cooking for 2-3 minutes.
  • Pour in 1 cup of vegetable or chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Reduce the heat to low and gradually add 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter, stirring until fully melted and combined.
  • Stir in ¼ cup each of chopped fresh parsley and basil, along with ½ cup of grated Parmesan cheese, mixing until well combined.
  • Season with salt, black pepper, and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice to taste, adjusting as necessary.

Notes

This dish pairs well with crusty bread or over rice for a complete meal.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 4mg
Keyword Butter Beans, Creamy, Healthy, quick, Tuscan, Vegetarian
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