Description
Marry Me White Beans are an enchanting blend of creamy textures and vibrant Italian flavors that come together in just 15 minutes. This delightful dish is perfect as a side for grilled meats, a warm addition to salads, or even as a stand-alone appetizer with crusty bread. The combination of garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and rich cream creates an irresistible taste that might just inspire love at first bite! Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or looking for a quick weeknight meal, these beans are sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- ¼ onion (minced)
- 1 Tablespoon oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 Tablespoons tomato paste
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth
- 1 (15 oz) can white beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes (sliced)
- 1/2 cup spinach
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (plus more as needed)
- 1/4 cup fresh basil (chopped)
- Bread for dipping
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add the minced onion and oil. Sauté until softened. Add the garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in the tomato paste, salt, oregano, paprika, and red pepper flakes. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Add the vegetable broth, white beans, and sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet. Cook gently for about 4-5 minutes while stirring occasionally.
- Reduce heat to low and mix in the spinach and heavy cream. Cook until the spinach wilts into the creamy mixture.
- Garnish with chopped basil and serve warm with toasted bread.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 60mg