Tuscan Marry Me Butter Beans
Tuscan Marry Me Butter Beans are a creamy, savory delight that embodies the heart of Italian cuisine. Infused with fragrant garlic and aromatic herbs, these butter beans create a dish that’s not only comforting but also visually stunning. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this versatile recipe can be served as an elegant side or as a hearty vegetarian main course. You’ll fall in love with every spoonful!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans (15 oz each) butter beans, rinsed and drained
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- Zest of 1 lemon
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather ingredients and finely chop garlic and herbs.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; sauté garlic until fragrant (about 1-2 minutes).
- Add the rinsed butter beans to the skillet and stir to coat with oil.
- Gradually pour in vegetable broth while stirring; bring to a gentle simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Stir in rosemary, thyme, lemon zest, salt, and pepper; combine thoroughly.
- Remove from heat and fold in grated Parmesan until melted.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 395mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: For added variety, substitute butter beans with chickpeas or white beans. Customize flavors by incorporating your favorite herbs or spices. To achieve a creamier texture, mash some of the beans during cooking.