Description
Creamy Tuscan Marry Me Butter Beans is a delightful one-pan dish that brings together buttery beans, sun-dried tomatoes, and aromatic spices, all in under 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this creamy concoction promises to impress your guests and family alike. With rich flavors and a satisfying texture, it’s a meal that truly stands out. Whether you serve it as a main course alongside grilled chicken or as a hearty side to roasted vegetables, everyone will be left asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Sauté minced garlic and diced onion until translucent (about 3–4 minutes).
- Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for an additional 2–3 minutes.
- Pour in the broth and cream; stir and bring to a simmer.
- Fold in rinsed butter beans until fully coated with the sauce.
- Season with Parmesan (or nutritional yeast), red pepper flakes, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper; stir until heated through.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg