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French Onion Butter Beans

Crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside, French Onion Butter Beans are a comforting dish that combines hearty butter beans with rich caramelized onions.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Dish
Cuisine: French
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups butter beans (cooked and drained) You can substitute with cannellini beans or navy beans.
  • 1 large onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons butter For sautéing the onions.
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh thyme for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Gather all your ingredients to make the cooking process smoother. Thinly slice the onion and have your butter beans ready.
Sautéing
  1. In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, add the sliced onions and sauté for about 10-15 minutes until they are golden brown, stirring occasionally.
Flavoring
  1. Stir in the garlic powder, seasoning with salt and pepper as desired, mixing everything well to combine the flavors.
Cooking
  1. Pour in the vegetable broth and add the butter beans. Stir to combine, and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  2. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 10-15 minutes, letting the flavors meld together. You can adjust the seasoning to your preference during this time.
Serving
  1. Once ready, remove from heat and serve hot. Garnish with fresh thyme for that aromatic finish!

Notes

If you want to add a kick, a dash of cayenne pepper can spice things up. Keep an eye on the onions while sautéing to achieve perfect caramelization. For leftovers, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for 2-3 months. Reheat gently on the stove or microwave.