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Savor the Flavors of Tuscan Butter Beans with Spinach and Sun-Dried Tomato

Learn how to make delicious TUSCAN BUTTER BEANS WITH SPINACH AND SUN-DRIED TOMATO. Easy recipe with step-by-step instructions.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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Gather these ingredients and get ready to fill your home with the cozy aroma of a Tuscan evening.

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a bit of heat)
  • 2 cans (15 ounces each) butter beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, sliced
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 3 cups fresh spinach leaves
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (or nutritional yeast for a vegan option)
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish

If you’re out of butter beans, cannellini beans make a great substitute. No sun-dried tomatoes? A handful of cherry tomatoes will do the trick, though you might want to sauté them a bit longer for that rich, caramelized flavor.

Instructions

Let’s get cooking! Just follow these easy steps:

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the minced garlic, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes. Stir for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the butter beans and sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet. Stir to coat with the onion and garlic mixture.
  4. Pour in the vegetable broth, bring to a simmer, and let cook for about 8 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the broth to reduce slightly.
  5. Stir in the fresh spinach leaves, cooking just until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
  6. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. If you’re feeling fancy, sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the top and give it a gentle stir.
  7. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh basil leaves. Serve hot and enjoy!

This recipe is forgiving, so feel free to adjust the seasoning or add a splash more broth if you prefer a looser consistency. Cooking is all about adapting to your own tastes, just like my mom taught me with her magical tomato concoctions.

  • Author: Jenny
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: International

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