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Creamy Tuscan Marry Me Butter Beans

Creamy Tuscan Marry Me Butter Beans
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Creamy Tuscan Marry Me Butter Beans is a delightful dish that brings the essence of Italian cuisine to your table. With its rich, creamy sauce featuring butter beans, sun-dried tomatoes, and fragrant herbs, this recipe promises to satisfy your taste buds in just 30 minutes. Whether you’re hosting guests or enjoying a quiet evening at home, this versatile dish can be served as a main course over pasta or as a flavorful side alongside grilled proteins or fresh salads. Plus, it’s easy to adapt for vegan diets by simply substituting coconut cream and nutritional yeast. Experience the comforting taste of Tuscany tonight with this one-pan wonder!

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 small onion (diced)
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)
  • 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream (or coconut cream for a vegan option)
  • 2 cans (15 oz each) butter beans (rinsed and drained)
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (or 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast for a vegan version)
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves (chopped, plus extra for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and diced onion, sauté until translucent.
  2. Stir in chopped sun-dried tomatoes; cook for 2–3 minutes.
  3. Pour in chicken or vegetable broth and heavy cream; simmer gently.
  4. Incorporate rinsed butter beans into the skillet, folding them into the creamy sauce.
  5. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes; simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in chopped basil before serving.

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