Creamy Butter Beans with Cheese and Broccoli
A comforting and easy dish combining creamy butter beans, cheese, and vibrant broccoli.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 can butter beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (e.g., cheddar, mozzarella)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Red pepper flakes for heat
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant—about 1 minute.
- Toss in the broccoli florets and cook for 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the butter beans and cook for another 3–4 minutes.
- Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheese over the mixture and cover the skillet for about 2-3 minutes.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
For best results, avoid burning the garlic and serve immediately for a creamier texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 30mg