Creamy One Pot Marry Me Butter Beans
The Best Creamy One Pot Marry Me Butter Beans with tender beans, creamy broth, sun-dried tomatoes, and parmesan. A cozy, flavor-packed meal perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One Pot / Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
2.5 tbsp olive oil
1 large shallot, finely diced
3/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, thinly sliced
1 cup baby tomatoes
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tsp dried oregano
1/4 tsp chili flakes
3/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 cup milk
1 cup vegetable broth
28 oz butter beans, drained and rinsed
3.5 cups fresh spinach, tightly packed
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
1.5 cups mozzarella cheese, freshly shredded
Fresh basil for garnish
Extra parmesan for serving
Chili flakes for garnish
Instructions
Sauté the aromatics
Heat olive oil in a large deep skillet or pot over medium heat. Add the diced shallot and cook for about 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
Add tomatoes and garlic
Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes, baby tomatoes, and minced garlic. Cook for 2 minutes until the tomatoes begin to soften.
Season the base
Add oregano, chili flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine and allow the spices to bloom for about 30 seconds.
Create the creamy sauce
Pour in the milk and vegetable broth. Stir and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Add the butter beans
Stir in the butter beans and cook for about 5 minutes, allowing them to absorb the flavors.
Add spinach
Mix in the fresh spinach and cook until wilted.
Add the cheeses
Stir in the grated parmesan and shredded mozzarella until melted and the sauce becomes creamy and slightly thickened.
Finish and serve
Remove from heat and garnish with fresh basil, additional parmesan, and a sprinkle of chili flakes.
Notes
Use freshly shredded mozzarella for the best melt and texture.
If the sauce becomes too thick, add a splash of broth or milk.
Butter beans can be replaced with cannellini beans or great northern beans if needed.
This dish pairs well with crusty bread, pasta, or rice.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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