Marry Me Butter Beans
I now pronounce you…. OBSESSED.
2 cans drained & rinsed butter beans
1 small onion, minced
3-4 cloves garlic, minced
sun dried tomatoes (idk how much I used, use what looks good to you)
1 tsp chicken bouillon
1 1/2 cup chicken stock
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated parm
Handful of spinach, roughly chopped
Chili oil or chili flakes to taste
Salt & Pepper to taste
Squeeze of Lemon (optional)
I started by drizzling a medium heat sauté pan with avocado oil and a big spoonful of chili oil (you can use chili flakes if u have that) I like things spicy so, you can omit it if you want.
Add your onion, garlic and tomatoes. Sauté for a few minutes until your onions start looking slightly translucent— don’t burn ur garlic. If it’s getting too hot, turn it down.
Next you’ll add your beans, chicken stock and chicken bouillon. Let the chicken stock reduce by half. Once reduced, add cream and Parmesan cheese. Don’t boil your cream at too high of a temp, it will separate if you’re not careful. Stay in the low-medium to medium range. Let the cream reduce down a little until it starts to thicken up.
Lastly, mix in your chopped spinach and let it wilt down into the beans. At this point, you can add salt & pepper to taste. I waited until the end to add it because both bouillon and parm has high sodium and it would be easy to over salt.
I finished the pan with a good squeeze of lemon. This is optional but I feel like it REALLY brightened the flavor up. I served it over mashed potatoes with my 4-ingredient bread! Perfect!
If you try it, Let me know how you like it!!
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Marry Me Butter Beans is a delightful blend of simple yet flavorful ingredients that create a creamy and satisfying dish. The base starts with rinsed butter beans, which not only provide a hearty texture but also a rich source of plant-based protein. To enhance the flavors, ingredients such as minced onion and garlic are sautéed until translucent, building a savory foundation. Sun-dried tomatoes add a touch of sweetness and depth, perfectly balancing the rest of the ingredients. After adding chicken stock and chicken bouillon, you allow the mixture to reduce, intensifying the flavors. It’s crucial to watch the heat when incorporating the heavy cream; maintaining a low to medium temperature is essential to prevent separation. The final touch comes from folding in fresh spinach, which not only adds a pop of color but also vital nutrients. To elevate the dish even further, consider squeezing a dash of lemon juice before serving. This small step brings brightness and balances the creamy texture. Marry Me Butter Beans can be served over fluffy mashed potatoes or alongside homemade bread, making it a versatile addition to weeknight meals or gatherings. Perfect for vegetarian diners and anyone looking for easy yet impressive recipes, this dish is destined to become a favorite in your household.
I’m gonna have to try this:))