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Tuscan Marry Me Butter Beans

A delightful and creamy dish made with butter beans, garlic, and sun-dried tomatoes, perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 2 cans butter beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • optional Fresh basil for garnish

Method
 

Cooking
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes, sauté for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the butter beans, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
  5. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
  6. Add the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and combined.
  7. Serve warm, garnished with fresh basil if desired.

Notes

This dish pairs well with crusty bread or a simple green salad. You can enhance flavor by toasting the garlic a bit longer. Adjust the sauce's thickness by simmering longer if preferred.