Deliciously Ella’s warming pesto butter beans

Deliciously Ella’s Warming Pesto Butter Beans

Experience the comforting embrace of Deliciously Ella’s Warming Pesto Butter Beans. This dish combines the creamy texture of butter beans with the vibrant flavors of homemade pesto, creating a hearty and satisfying meal. Perfect for a cozy night in, this recipe is both nourishing and full of flavor.

Serving Size and Yield

Serves 4

Preparation and Cooking Time

Preparation Time: 15 minutes

Cooking Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 cans (400g each) of butter beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 1/2 cup homemade or store-bought pesto
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh basil leaves, for garnish

Instructions

1. Prepare the ingredients by draining and rinsing the butter beans, chopping the onion, and mincing the garlic.
2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add the chopped onion to the skillet and sauté for about 5 minutes, until translucent.
4. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
5. Add the butter beans to the skillet and stir to combine with the onion and garlic.
6. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Cook for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
7. Stir in the pesto and season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for another 2 minutes until heated through.
8. Serve the butter beans warm, garnished with fresh basil leaves.

Additional Notes

For a creamier texture, mash some of the butter beans with a fork before adding the pesto. You can substitute the butter beans with cannellini beans if desired. For a vegan option, ensure the pesto is dairy-free.

Nutritional Information

Per Serving: Approximately 250 calories, 10g fat, 30g carbohydrates, 10g protein, 5g fiber.

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