Creamy Tuscan Marry Me Butter Beans (Printable View)

Tuscan-style butter beans in a creamy sauce with garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, basil, and Parmesan. Satisfying and indulgent.

# Ingredient List:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
02 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
03 - 1 small onion, diced
04 - 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
05 - 1/2 cup chicken broth or vegetable broth
06 - 1 cup heavy cream or coconut cream
07 - 2 cans (15 ounces each) butter beans, rinsed and drained
08 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese or 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
09 - 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
10 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
11 - 1/4 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
12 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
13 - 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped, plus extra for garnish

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and diced onion, then sauté until fragrant and translucent, about 2 to 3 minutes.
02 - Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 1 to 2 minutes to enhance their flavors. Pour in chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream or coconut cream.
03 - Gently fold in drained butter beans, coating them fully in the sauce. Let simmer for 5 to 7 minutes to absorb flavors.
04 - Stir in grated Parmesan cheese or nutritional yeast to naturally thicken the sauce. If a thinner consistency is desired, add extra broth as needed.
05 - Sprinkle chopped fresh basil over the dish before serving, reserving additional leaves for garnish.

# Supplementary Details:

01 - For a vegan adaptation, use coconut cream and nutritional yeast in place of dairy ingredients.