Can I use navy beans or cannellini beans instead?

Yes! Cannellini beans are a great swap and hold up well in creamy sauces. Navy beans work too, though they’re a bit softer.

How do I make this vegan?

Simple—use coconut cream instead of heavy cream, vegetable broth, and swap the Parmesan with nutritional yeast or your favorite vegan cheese.

Can I add protein to this recipe?

Absolutely. Grilled chicken, shrimp, or even crispy tofu can turn this into a hearty, protein-packed meal.

What should I serve with it?

Crusty bread is a must. A side salad or roasted veggies would round things out beautifully too.

How long will leftovers keep?

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat gently on the stove with a splash of broth or cream to loosen the sauce.

Tuscan Marry Me Butter Beans: 1 Irresistible Skillet

Description

Creamy, comforting, and packed with bold Italian flavors, Tuscan Marry Me Butter Beans are the ultimate one-skillet meal. This rich, hearty recipe features butter beans simmered in a luscious sun-dried tomato cream sauce with garlic, herbs, and Parmesan.

Ingredients

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2 cans butter beans, drained and rinsed
½ cup sun-dried tomatoes (in oil), chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 small yellow onion, diced
1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
¾ cup heavy cream (or coconut cream for vegan)
½ cup grated Parmesan (or nutritional yeast for vegan)
1–2 tbsp olive oil
1 handful fresh basil, chopped
Optional: red pepper flakes to taste
Optional: 1 cup fresh spinach
Optional: crispy bacon crumbles for topping

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Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 2–3 minutes, until softened and fragrant.
Stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Cook for 1–2 minutes to release their flavor.
Pour in the broth and bring to a simmer.
Reduce the heat and stir in the heavy cream.
Gently fold in the butter beans. Simmer for 5–7 minutes to allow the beans to absorb the sauce.
Stir in grated Parmesan until the sauce thickens. Adjust consistency with more broth if needed.
Add spinach (if using) and cook until wilted.
Top with fresh basil and crispy bacon if desired. Serve warm with crusty bread!

Notes

To make it vegan: use coconut cream, vegetable broth, and nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan.
This dish gets even better the next day—store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Serve over rice, pasta, or as a main with warm bread.
Want spice? Add red pepper flakes or a splash of white wine for depth.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian-inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 360 kcal
Sugar: 5 g
Sodium: 720 mg
Fat: 22 g
Saturated Fat: 11 g
Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 29 g
Fiber: 7 g
Protein: 12 g
Cholesterol: 45 mg