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Marry Me Butter Beans

Marry Me Butter Beans
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Marry Me Butter Beans are a creamy, flavorful plant-based dish that combines the richness of butter beans with sun-dried tomatoes and aromatic herbs. This recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy meal at home. With its delightful blend of ingredients, this dish promises to impress your guests and satisfy your taste buds. In just under 30 minutes, you can prepare a nutritious and delicious meal that is both vegan and gluten-free. Serve it as a main course or alongside your favorite grains for a complete dining experience.

Ingredients

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  • 2 Tablespoons vegan butter
  • 1 large shallot (peeled & finely diced)
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes (marinated in oil & chopped)
  • 1 Tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes
  • 15 ounces canned butter beans (1 can with the liquid added to the pot – do not strain!)
  • 2 Tablespoons coconut cream
  • 1 Tablespoon nutritional yeast
  • 1/2 Tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 Tablespoons chopped fresh basil
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Finely dice the shallots, chop the sun-dried tomatoes, and mince the garlic.
  2. In a large pot, melt vegan butter over medium heat until sizzling.
  3. Add shallots and garlic; sauté for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, dried thyme, and chili flakes; cook for another minute.
  5. Add canned butter beans with their liquid, coconut cream, nutritional yeast, and lemon juice; stir well.
  6. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 5 minutes to warm through.
  7. Fold in fresh basil and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Serve warm with toasted bread or grains.

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