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Marry Me Butter Beans With Creamy Tuscan Sauce

Delicious Marry Me Butter Beans With Creamy Tuscan Sauce

Marry Me Butter Beans With Creamy Tuscan Sauce is a savory delight that makes any meal special.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinners
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for sautéing garlic
  • 3 cloves minced garlic adds flavor to the sauce
  • 1 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes provides tangy sweetness
  • 4 cups butter beans the star ingredient
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup baby spinach adds nutrition and color
  • ½ cup heavy cream for a creamy texture
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese adds depth of flavor
Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano for fragrant herb flavor
  • to taste salt to enhance flavor
  • to taste black pepper for subtle kick
For Garnish
  • ¼ cup fresh basil to freshen up the dish

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by heating 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant and golden.
  2. Stir in 1 cup of chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until tomatoes soften.
  3. Gently fold in 4 cups of butter beans, stirring for about 2 minutes until warmed through.
  4. Introduce 1 cup of baby spinach to the skillet and stir for about 1 minute until wilted.
  5. Pour in ½ cup of heavy cream and add ½ cup of grated Parmesan cheese. Season with 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to taste.
  6. Let the sauce simmer on low heat for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
  7. Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped basil before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For a lighter version, consider using half-and-half instead of heavy cream. Adjust seasoning according to your taste preferences.

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