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Overhead shot of a bowl of Marry Me Butter Beans, garnished with basil and sun-dried tomatoes.

Marry Me Butter Beans

A creamy and flavorful dish featuring tender butter beans in a rich, sun-dried tomato and cream sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beans
  • 2 cans butter beans rinsed and drained
For the Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes oil-packed, drained and chopped
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  2. Stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for another minute.
  3. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Let it reduce slightly, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add the rinsed and drained butter beans to the skillet. Stir to combine with the sauce.
  5. Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Cook, stirring gently, until the sauce is creamy and heated through, about 5-7 minutes. Do not boil.
  6. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.

Notes

This dish is delicious served with crusty bread for dipping.