Marry Me Butter Bean Pasta Recipe
Marry Me Butter Bean Pasta is a creamy, comforting one-pan dish featuring butter beans in a rich, tomato-garlic cream sauce with herbs and parmesan. It's quick, satisfying, and perfect for solo dinners when you crave something indulgent but easy to make.
Servings: 1
Calories: 500kcal
Cost: $2.50
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup dry pasta (penne or fusilli)
- 1/2 cup canned butter beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (or coconut cream for dairy-free)
- 2 tbsp grated parmesan cheese (or nutritional yeast)
- 1 tsp olive oil
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
Notes
Cooking Steps:
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a small skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sun-dried tomatoes; sauté for 1–2 minutes.
- Add butter beans, red pepper flakes, and oregano. Stir for 1 minute.
- Pour in the cream and bring to a simmer. Cook for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Stir in parmesan and cooked pasta. Toss to coat evenly. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil or parsley if desired.