Description
Butter beans, known for their creamy texture and delicate taste, create a heartwarming dish that elevates any meal. This butter beans recipe is perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, promising restaurant-quality flavors with minimal effort. Whether served as a side or main dish, the delightful combination of ingredients will leave your taste buds dancing. Enjoy this comforting dish wrapped in the warmth of homemade goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups butter beans (canned or dried, cooked)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until translucent.
- Stir in butter beans (drained if canned) and cook for 5 minutes.
- Pour in vegetable broth until beans are covered by about an inch; bring to a simmer.
- Season with salt, pepper, and thyme; simmer on low heat for 20-25 minutes until beans are tender.
- Adjust texture by mashing some beans if desired; add more broth for creaminess.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh thyme or a drizzle of olive oil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg