Creamy Butter Beans
Butter beans are a creamy and flavorful dish that brings warmth to any meal. This easy recipe combines fresh ingredients like garlic, onion, and herbs to create a comforting side that’s perfect for cozy dinners or festive gatherings. With just a few simple steps, you can whip up this delightful dish that will leave your family and friends asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups butter beans (fresh or canned)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme or rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by chopping the onion and mincing the garlic.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the onion until translucent (about 5 minutes), then add minced garlic for another minute.
- Stir in butter beans and vegetable broth, scraping up any bits from the pan. Simmer gently for about 10 minutes.
- Add salt, pepper, and fresh herbs; stir gently and simmer for an additional 5 minutes until thickened.
- Serve warm with crusty bread or as a side dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg