Creamy Garlic-Parmesan Butter Beans

Creamy Garlic-Parmesan Butter Beans is a warm, luscious meal that’s perfect for oh-so-cozy dinners. Tender butter beans take the spotlight here, simmered in what may be one of the finest creamy garlic-butter-Parmesan sauces known to mankind. The fantastic creamy consistency comes from a bit of cream, with enhancement from fresh herbs like parsley or thyme. This one, too, is pretty simple to make and very versatile-a comforting vegetarian main dish or a hearty side dish. An awesome pairing would be with crusty bread or with rice or pasta for soaking up all that delicious sauce. It’s comforting and rich.

Macros

Total Calories: 485kcal

Carbs: 50g

Proteins: 20g

Fats: 35g

Kitchen Tools Needed

Saucepan

Wooden spoon

Garlic press

Measuring cups

Serving bowls

Ingredients

400g of canned butter beans
50g of grated Parmesan cheese
100ml of heavy cream
4 cloves of garlic, minced
30g of unsalted butter
1 tsp of dried thyme
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

In a saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
Stir in the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Add the canned butter beans, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.
Gently stir to combine and cook for about 5-7 minutes until heated through.
Add in the grated Parmesan cheese and mix until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.