Description
Marry Me Butter Beans with Creamy Tuscan Sauce is a hearty, comforting dish featuring tender butter beans simmered in a rich, creamy sauce infused with sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and Italian seasoning. This flavorful vegetarian recipe is perfect for a satisfying lunch or dinner, served alongside crusty sourdough bread and finished with a drizzle of chili oil for a subtle spicy kick.
Ingredients
Scale
Sauce Base
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Creamy Sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream or full-fat coconut milk
- 7 ounces sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
Main Ingredient
- 17.6 ounces butter beans, drained and rinsed
- A handful of baby spinach
To Serve
- Chili oil, for topping
- Sourdough bread, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the base: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
- Add seasonings: Mix in the tomato paste and Italian seasoning, stirring well to combine. Cook for 1-2 minutes to deepen the flavors, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Make the creamy sauce: Pour in the heavy cream or coconut milk and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Add the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and stir to incorporate, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly, about 5 minutes.
- Cook the butter beans: Add the drained and rinsed butter beans into the creamy sauce. Stir carefully to coat the beans and warm through, about 5 minutes.
- Add spinach and finish: Toss in a handful of baby spinach and stir until wilted, about 1-2 minutes. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve: Spoon the creamy butter bean mixture onto plates or bowls. Drizzle with chili oil for a mild heat and serve warm with slices of sourdough bread on the side.
Notes
- You can substitute the heavy cream with full-fat coconut milk to make it dairy-free and vegan.
- Adjust the amount of chili oil based on your preferred spice tolerance.
- Use fresh spinach or kale as alternatives for a slight variation in texture and flavor.
- For a thicker sauce, simmer for a few extra minutes to reduce liquid.
- This dish pairs well with rustic breads like sourdough or ciabatta for dipping.
Keywords: Butter Beans, Creamy Tuscan Sauce, Vegetarian, Italian, Easy Dinner, Sourdough Bread, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, One-Pan Meal