Marry Me Butter Beans Recipe
NC Butter Beans, roasted tomatoes, sundried tomatoes, garlic, caramelized onion, and sauteed spinach. Mixed with a vegan feta cheese sauce and topped with thyme. Served in a cast iron with toasted labor of loaf sourdough
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
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Caramelize the Onion
In a cast iron skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and cook until caramelized, about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- 3
Sauté the Garlic and Spinach
In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Then, add the fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat.
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Combine the Mixture
In a large bowl, combine the butter beans, caramelized onions, roasted tomatoes, sundried tomatoes, and sautéed spinach. Mix gently to combine.
- 5
Make the Vegan Feta Sauce
In a blender, combine the vegan feta cheese with a splash of olive oil, salt, and pepper to taste. Blend until smooth and creamy.
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Combine Everything
Pour the vegan feta sauce over the butter bean mixture. Stir gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
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Serve
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the mixture back to the cast iron skillet, sprinkle with fresh thyme, and bake for 15-20 minutes until heated through. Serve with toasted slices of sourdough bread.