Description
A creamy and flavorful dish made with white beans, fresh vegetables, and herbs, perfect for sopping up with crusty bread.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 Onion
- 2 tablespoons Oil
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Oregano
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 pinch Red Pepper Flakes
- 1 cup Vegetable Broth
- 2 cans (15 ounces each) White Beans
- 1/2 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes
- 2 cups Spinach
- 1/2 cup Heavy Cream
- 1 handful Basil
- 1 Bread for Dipping
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Once the oil shimmers, add 1 finely chopped onion and sauté for about 4-5 minutes, or until the onion becomes soft and translucent.
- Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and sauté for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant. Then, add 2 tablespoons of tomato paste along with 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of oregano, 1 teaspoon of paprika, and a pinch of red pepper flakes. Cook for about 2 minutes, allowing the mixture to deepen in flavor and become aromatic.
- Pour in 1 cup of vegetable broth, stirring well to combine. Then, add 2 cans (15 ounces each) of drained white beans and 1/2 cup of chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and let it cook for 4-5 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to low, then fold in 2 cups of fresh spinach and 1/2 cup of heavy cream. Stir gently until the spinach wilts and the cream blends into the sauce, which should take about 2-3 minutes.
- Before serving, garnish with a handful of fresh basil and extra red pepper flakes to taste. Serve your creamy Marry Me White Beans with slices of crusty bread or over rice.
Notes
- Add sweetness and depth to the sauce with onion; substitute with shallots for a milder flavor.
- Use olive oil for an authentic Italian flair or any neutral oil.
- Fresh garlic is a must, but powdered can work in a pinch.
- Adjust the liquid content if using crushed tomatoes instead of tomato paste.
- Adjust salt according to taste if using low-sodium broth.
- Fresh herbs can replace dried oregano; adjust the quantity accordingly.
- Consider using smoked paprika for deeper flavor.
- Adjust red pepper flakes to your preference or omit for a non-spicy version.
- For a vegan option, use coconut cream or a dairy-free alternative instead of heavy cream.
- Any crusty bread, naan, or pita works wonderfully for dipping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg