Description
Creamy Tuscan Butter Beans with Spinach and Sun-Dried Tomatoes is a comforting and flavorful vegetarian dish that combines the richness of butter beans with the tangy sweetness of sun-dried tomatoes. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for a cozy dinner at home.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and sliced
- 2 cans (15 oz each) butter beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 3 cups fresh baby spinach
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Base: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté diced onion until softened. Add garlic, red pepper flakes, and Italian herbs, cook until fragrant.
- Add Tomatoes and Beans: Stir in sun-dried tomatoes, then add butter beans and vegetable broth. Simmer gently.
- Thicken and Add Cream: Reduce heat, stir in heavy cream, simmer to thicken slightly.
- Finish with Spinach: Add spinach, cook until wilted. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve: Remove from heat, sprinkle with Parmesan, garnish with basil. Serve warm.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, use coconut cream instead of heavy cream and omit the Parmesan.
- This dish pairs well with grilled chicken or as a vegetarian main.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
