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Marry Me Butter Beans (With Creamy Tuscan Sauce)

Marry Me Butter Beans (With Creamy Tuscan Sauce)
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Marry Me Butter Beans (With Creamy Tuscan Sauce) is a delightful, heartwarming dish that combines the creamy richness of butter beans with a savory Tuscan-inspired sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe comes together in just 15 minutes, making it an ideal choice for those seeking quick comfort food. With its robust flavors and versatility, you can easily adapt it to suit your taste—whether you choose to add kale, crispy tofu, or even spice it up with jalapeños. Serve it alongside crusty bread or over rice for a satisfying meal that will impress family and friends alike!

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 (or coconut milk)
  • ½ cup grated parmesan (or vegan alternative)
  • 2 Tbsp chopped fresh basil

Instructions

  1. In a large sauté pan over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter.
  2. Add minced garlic, salt, oregano, crushed red pepper flakes, smoked paprika, and black pepper. Sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and vegetable broth (½ to 1 cup). Add rinsed butter beans and cook uncovered on medium heat for about 5 minutes until everything is heated through.
  4. Remove from heat and fold in chopped spinach until wilted. Stir in heavy cream and grated parmesan until well combined. Serve warm.

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