Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Marry Me Butter Beans (With Creamy Tuscan Sauce), a delightful dish that combines hearty butter beans with a rich, creamy sauce inspired by Tuscan cuisine. This recipe showcases the perfect harmony of sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and Parmesan cheese, delivering a meal that’s both satisfying and versatile. Whether you serve it as a main course with crusty bread or as a side alongside grilled proteins, this dish is sure to impress family and friends alike. Quick to prepare in just 25 minutes, Marry Me Butter Beans is ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings. Enjoy the vibrant colors and comforting textures that make this dish a true culinary delight.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans butter beans
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- 4 cups baby spinach
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Fold in drained butter beans until coated with the garlic and tomatoes.
- Stir in baby spinach until wilted.
- Pour in heavy cream and add Parmesan cheese, along with oregano, salt, and pepper; simmer for 5-7 minutes until thickened.
- Garnish with chopped basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Tuscan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 50mg