Ingredients
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- 2 cans butter beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
- Juice of half a lemon
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add drained butter beans, herbs, salt, and pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Pour in heavy cream and lemon juice. Simmer until the sauce thickens slightly, about 5 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh basil or parsley. Serve hot with crusty bread or rice.
Notes
- You can substitute heavy cream with coconut cream for a dairy-free option.
- Add crushed red pepper flakes for extra spice.
- This dish pairs well with a side of crusty bread or steamed rice.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320 Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 35mg