Description
Indulge in the creamy delight of Marry Me Butter Beans, a dish that captivates your taste buds and leaves everyone asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) butter beans, rinsed and drained
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream (or coconut cream for a dairy-free option)
- 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme or rosemary, chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
- Stir in the butter beans and vegetable broth. Cook for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Pour in the heavy cream and lemon juice; season with salt and pepper. Simmer gently for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Fold in fresh herbs just before serving.
Notes
- For added nutrition, consider tossing in some spinach or bell peppers while sautéing.
- Adjust seasoning to your preference; add more lemon juice for brightness or extra herbs for flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Vegetarian
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 45mg