Creamy Tuscan Butter Beans


If you love rich, flavorful dishes, this creamy butter bean recipe is a must-try! A vegetarian take on the beloved Marry Me Chicken, this dish is infused with Tuscan flavors, sun-dried tomatoes, and a velvety sauce. With just a handful of ingredients, it comes together in 15 minutes, making it perfect for busy nights. Enjoy it with pasta, rice, or fresh bread!
I love it with my savoury scones!
Perfect for a chilly evening supper!
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Ingredients
2 tbsp unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
½ tsp each salt, oregano, crushed red pepper flakes, smoked paprika
¼ tsp ground black pepper
½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
½ to 1 cup vegetable broth or stock
2 (15-oz) cans butter beans, drained
1 cup chopped fresh spinach
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup grated Parmesan
2 tbsp chopped fresh basil

Directions:
1. Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and spices, cooking for 2 minutes until fragrant.
2. Add sun-dried tomatoes, broth, and butter beans. Simmer uncovered for 5 minutes.
3. Stir in spinach, heavy cream, Parmesan, and basil. Remove from heat and serve hot!
From Delicious Food

Boeuf stew

Ingredients  

  • ▢2 pounds stewing beef trimmed and cubed
  • ▢3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • ▢½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ▢½ teaspoon salt
  • ▢½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ▢3 tablespoons olive oil
  • ▢1 onion chopped
  • ▢6 cups beef broth
  • ▢½ cup red wine optional
  • ▢1 pound potatoes peeled and cubed
  • ▢4 carrots cut into 1 inch pieces
  • ▢4 ribs celery cut into 1 inch pieces
  • ▢3 tablespoons tomato paste
  • ▢1 teaspoon dried rosemary or 1 sprig fresh
  • ▢2 tablespoons cornstarch or as needed
  • ▢2 tablespoons water or as needed
  • ▢¾ cup peas

Instructions 

 

  • Combine flour, garlic powder and salt & pepper. Toss beef in flour mixture. 
  • Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or pot. Cook the beef and onions until browned.
  • Add beef broth and red wine while scraping up any brown bits in the pan.
  • Stir in all remaining ingredients except for peas, cornstarch and water. Reduce heat to medium low, cover and simmer 1 hour or until beef is tender (up to 90 minutes).
  • Mix equal parts cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Slowly add the slurry to the boiling stew to reach desired consistency (you may not need all of the slurry, if you'd like a thicker stew, you can add extra).  
  • Stir in peas and simmer 5-10 minutes before serving . Season with salt & pepper to taste.

 

Creamy Garlic Mushroom & Spinach Chicken 

Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 cup mushrooms (sliced)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: turkey bacon pieces for garnish

Directions:
1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, melt the butter. Add the garlic and mushrooms, sautéing until fragrant and softened (about 3-4 minutes).
4. Stir in the chicken broth, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. Simmer for 5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
5. Add the spinach to the sauce and stir until wilted.
6. Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning the creamy sauce over the top. Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes to combine the flavors.
7. Optional: garnish with turkey bacon pieces for a crispy finish. Serve warm.

Prep time: 10 min | Cooking time: 25 min | Servings: 4 | Calories: 400 Kcal per serving