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Creamy Tomato Butter Beans

A comforting and creamy dish featuring butter beans simmered in a rich tomato sauce, perfect for a cozy meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cans butter beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for sautéing
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper to taste
For the Creaminess
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or coconut cream for a vegan option
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  4. Add the crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper to the skillet.
  5. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
  6. Add the drained butter beans to the skillet and stir gently to combine.
  7. Stir in the heavy cream and simmer for another 5-10 minutes until heated through and creamy.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 450mgFiber: 8gSugar: 6g

Notes

For a bit of spice, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes when sautéing the onions.

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