Marry Me White Beans
Experience the love on a plate with these creamy Marry Me White Beans, infused with fresh herbs and rich flavors. Perfect for cozy dinners or gatherings, this dish will surely win hearts.
- Author: Elina
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- 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
- Preparation (5 minutes): Peel and dice the onion and garlic to ensure even cooking and better flavor distribution.
- Heat oil (2 minutes): Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large pan over medium heat until it shimmers.
- Sauté onion (3 minutes): Add the diced onion to the pan and sauté, stirring occasionally, until soft and lightly golden.
- Add garlic (1 minute): Add the chopped garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Stir in tomato paste (2 minutes): Add 2 tablespoons of tomato paste and stir well, cooking for about 2 minutes to develop the flavors.
- Add spices (1 minute): Sprinkle in 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of oregano, 1 teaspoon of paprika, and a pinch of red pepper flakes. Stir well and let it simmer briefly.
- Pour in broth and beans (5 minutes): Pour in 1 cup of vegetable broth and the 2 cans of white beans. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes until the broth thickens slightly.
- Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and spinach (3 minutes): Add 1/2 cup of sun-dried tomatoes and 2 cups of spinach. Stir until the spinach wilts and the colors are vibrant.
- Stir in cream (2 minutes): Pour in 1/2 cup of cream and let the mixture simmer on low heat for 2 minutes until creamy and well combined.
- Add basil (1 minute): Stir in a handful of fresh basil and let the dish sit for a final minute to bring in fresh flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 10 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
Keywords: Avoid overcooking the beans to keep them tender. Use a heavy pan for even heat distribution. Experiment with cream amounts for desired richness. Always use fresh herbs for the best flavor. High-quality broth enhances the dish's taste.