Ingredients
2 tbsp unsalted butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp dried oregano
1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
3/4 cup vegetable broth
2 cans (15 oz each) butter beans, drained and rinsed
2 cups fresh spinach
1/2 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- In a large sauté pan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add garlic, salt, oregano, crushed red pepper flakes, smoked paprika, and black pepper. Cook for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes, vegetable broth, and butter beans. Simmer uncovered for about 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and add spinach, stirring until wilted.
- Stir in heavy cream, parmesan, and fresh basil until combined.
- Serve warm with bread, rice, or pasta.
Notes
Swap spinach with kale or Swiss chard for a different flavor.
Use coconut cream and dairy-free parmesan to make it vegan.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently with a splash of broth or cream.
Do not freeze, as the sauce may separate.
Pair with crusty bread like sourdough or ciabatta for the best experience.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tuscan, Italian-Inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 35mg