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Marry Me White Beans Recipe

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Marry Me White Beans is a creamy, flavorful skillet dish featuring tender white beans simmered in a rich tomato and cream sauce with aromatic herbs and spices. This comforting and easy-to-make recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a cozy lunch, served alongside toasted bread for dipping.

Ingredients

Vegetables and Aromatics

  • ¼ onion, minced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes, sliced
  • ½ cup spinach
  • ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped

Seasonings and Condiments

  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes, plus more for garnish

Liquids and Beans

  • ½ cup vegetable broth
  • 1 (15 oz) can white beans, drained and rinsed
  • ½ cup heavy cream, plus more as needed

Serving

  • Bread for dipping, toasted

Instructions

  1. Sauté Onion and Garlic: Add the minced onion and oil to a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the onion until it softens and becomes translucent. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  2. Add Tomato Paste and Spices: Stir in the tomato paste along with salt, oregano, paprika, and red pepper flakes. Cook this mixture for 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the tomato paste to slightly caramelize.
  3. Combine Broth, Beans, and Sun-Dried Tomatoes: Pour in the vegetable broth, then add the drained and rinsed white beans and sliced sun-dried tomatoes. Cook everything together for 4 to 5 minutes, gently stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and to blend the flavors.
  4. Add Spinach and Cream: Reduce the heat to low. Mix in the fresh spinach and heavy cream, cooking until the spinach is wilted and the sauce is creamy and heated through. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit more cream to reach the desired consistency.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with chopped fresh basil and additional red pepper flakes if desired. Serve immediately with toasted bread for dipping into the rich, creamy sauce.

Notes

  • You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or coconut cream for a lighter or dairy-free option, though consistency will vary.
  • For a spicier dish, increase the amount of red pepper flakes or add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
  • Using homemade or low-sodium vegetable broth helps control the saltiness of the dish.
  • Serve with crusty artisan bread or garlic bread for best results.
  • This dish can be made ahead and gently reheated on the stovetop, adding a splash of broth or cream as needed.

Find it online: https://deliciousyum.com/marry-me-white-beans-recipe/