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Tuscan Butter Beans

Creamy Tuscan Butter Beans with Spinach & Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Enjoy flavorful Tuscan Butter Beans with creamy spinach and sun-dried tomatoes in this quick and comforting recipe.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Oil from sun-dried tomatoes jar Consider using olive oil if unavailable.
  • 1 medium Shallot Yellow onion can be substituted.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic is recommended.
  • 1 cup Sun-dried tomatoes Substitute with fresh tomatoes if desired.
  • 1 cup Vegetable stock Chicken stock can be used for non-vegetarian.
  • 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar White wine vinegar can also be used.
For the Beans
  • 2 cans Butter beans or cannellini beans Chickpeas can be substituted.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika Regular paprika can be used for milder taste.
  • 1 cup Single/light cream Coconut cream can be a dairy-free substitute.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese Nutritional yeast is a vegan alternative.
For the Greens
  • 4 cups Fresh spinach Can swap with kale or Swiss chard.
  • 1/4 cup Basil leaves Dried basil can be used if fresh is unavailable.
  • to taste Salt Adjust to personal preference.

Equipment

  • large pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pan, heat the oil from the sun-dried tomatoes over medium heat. Add the chopped shallot and sauté for about 2 minutes until it becomes translucent and fragrant.
  2. Incorporate minced garlic and the sun-dried tomatoes into the pan, stirring for approximately 30 seconds until aromatic.
  3. Add the drained butter beans, a sprinkle of salt, and smoked paprika to the pan. Stir for about 1–2 minutes.
  4. Pour in the apple cider vinegar and allow it to simmer for 1 minute.
  5. Introduce vegetable stock and fresh basil leaves, raise the heat to medium-high, and bring to a gentle simmer for about 10 minutes.
  6. Reduce heat to low, stir in the single cream and grated Parmesan cheese until creamy.
  7. Add the fresh spinach, stirring gently until it wilts down, about 2 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Ensure the butter beans are well-drained before adding them to the pan. Give enough time to let all flavors meld together for robust taste.

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