Marry Me Butter Beans (With Creamy Tuscan Sauce)
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Marry Me Butter Beans (With Creamy Tuscan Sauce), a delightful vegetarian dish that combines the creamy richness of butter beans with tangy sun-dried tomatoes and vibrant spinach. This recipe is not only quick to prepare—taking just 30 minutes—but also incredibly versatile, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings with friends. The creamy Tuscan sauce envelops each bite, delivering a satisfying meal that leaves everyone asking for seconds. Enjoy it on its own, over rice, or with crusty sourdough bread for a truly heartwarming experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion (diced)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 teaspoon tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 1 cup heavy cream (or full-fat coconut milk)
- 7 ounces sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)
- 17.6 ounces butter beans (drained and rinsed)
- A handful of baby spinach
- Chili oil (for topping)
- Sourdough bread (for serving)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté diced onion until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Stir in tomato paste, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Pour in heavy cream or coconut milk and mix until smooth.
- Fold in chopped sun-dried tomatoes and butter beans, letting them heat through for about 5 minutes.
- Add baby spinach and stir until wilted.
- Drizzle with chili oil before serving hot with slices of sourdough bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg