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Tuscan Marry Me Butter Beans

A creamy and flavorful dish that elevates ordinary butter beans into a decadent meal, perfect for cozy evenings or gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 can butter beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • to garnish Fresh basil

Method
 

Cooking
  1. In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes and cook for another 2 minutes.
  4. Toss in the butter beans and sprinkle with Italian seasoning; stir to combine.
  5. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. Mix in the grated Parmesan cheese, season with salt and pepper.
  7. Cook for another 5–7 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  8. Serve warm, garnished with fresh basil.

Notes

For storage, keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. To make ahead, prepare the dish and store before the final cooking step, then reheat on the stove and add a splash of cream. You can also swap in canned chickpeas or add red pepper flakes for a kick.