Description
Marry Me Butter Beans are a creamy, decadent dish that elevates any meal with their rich flavor and smooth texture. Perfect for impressing guests or cozy family dinners, this recipe combines tender butter beans with aromatic garlic and onions, finished off with a splash of cream. Whether served as a delightful side or a satisfying main, these beans will have everyone coming back for seconds—and maybe even asking you to marry them!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) butter beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- ½ cup heavy cream
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (thyme or parsley), chopped for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add diced onions and minced garlic; sauté until soft and fragrant (about 3 minutes).
- Stir in the butter beans and vegetable broth, allowing them to absorb the flavors.
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir well. Simmer gently for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg