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Creamy Tuscan Marry Me Butter Beans: A Love Story on Your Plate

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A delightful creamy dish featuring butter beans, garlic, and fresh spinach, perfect for a romantic dinner.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 can of butter beans (15 oz)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup spinach, fresh
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet and sauté minced garlic for 1 minute.
  2. Add halved cherry tomatoes and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
  3. Incorporate butter beans and mix gently.
  4. Add fresh spinach and heavy cream, stirring until spinach wilts.
  5. Mix in grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper.
  6. Serve in a bowl, garnished with fresh basil.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
  • Can be served with crusty bread for dipping.
  • Author: Jenny
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg