Marry Me Butter Beans (With Creamy Tuscan Sauce)
Marry Me Butter Beans with Creamy Tuscan Sauce is a rich, comforting, one-pan dish that transforms humble butter beans into a creamy, flavorful meal. Infused with garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan, and fresh herbs, this plant-based recipe is perfect for weeknights, date nights, or cozy family dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired, Tuscan
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
2 cans (15 oz each) butter beans, drained and rinsed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
1 cup vegetable broth
1 cup heavy cream (or coconut cream for dairy-free)
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
Salt and black pepper, to taste
2 cups fresh spinach
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
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Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook for 2–3 minutes. Stir in garlic and red pepper flakes; cook for 1 more minute.
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Add Tomatoes & Broth: Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 1 minute. Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a simmer.
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Make Cream Sauce: Reduce heat and stir in heavy cream and Parmesan until smooth.
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Season: Add oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper to taste.
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Add Beans & Spinach: Stir in butter beans and simmer for 5 minutes. Add spinach and cook until wilted.
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Finish & Serve: Stir in lemon juice. Serve hot, garnished with more Parmesan, basil, and red pepper flakes if desired.
Notes
For a vegan version, use coconut cream and replace Parmesan with nutritional yeast.
Great served over pasta, rice, mashed potatoes, or with crusty bread.
Customize with mushrooms, olives, or feta for a Mediterranean spin.
Leftovers reheat well with a splash of broth or cream to loosen the sauce.
