Creamy Tuscan Marry Me Butter Beans Recipe

Creamy Tuscan Marry Me Butter Beans is a 30-minute, one-skillet dish featuring tender butter beans simmered in a rich cream sauce with garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and fresh basil.

Easily made vegan or classic, it works as both a comforting main dish or an elegant side and pairs perfectly with bread, pasta, or roasted vegetables.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4

Calories: 350

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic minced
1 small onion diced
½ cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
½ cup chicken or vegetable broth
1 cup heavy cream or coconut cream for vegan option
2 cans 15 oz each butter beans, rinsed and drained
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese or 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
¼ teaspoon salt adjust to taste
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¼ cup fresh basil leaves chopped, plus extra for garnish

Method

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and diced onion and sauté for about 2 to 3 minutes, until fragrant and translucent.
Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 1 to 2 minutes to release their flavor.
Pour in the broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat and stir in the cream.
Add the butter beans and gently stir to coat them in the sauce. Let everything simmer for 5 to 7 minutes so the beans absorb the flavors.
Stir in the Parmesan cheese, which will naturally thicken the sauce. Adjust the consistency with more broth if needed.
Season with red pepper flakes, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Finish with fresh basil and remove from heat.

Notes

This is one of those dishes that feels indulgent without being complicated.

Creamy, savory, and just a little bit romantic, it’s proof that beans can absolutely be the main character.