Creamy Garlic-Parmesan Butter Beans

Ingredients

• 2 cups butter beans
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 cup tomatoes
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 2 cups spinach
• 0.5 cup parmigiano reggiano
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 tablespoon thyme
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon salt

Instructions

1. 1Rinse and drain butter beans.
2. 2Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
3. 3Add the butter beans and chopped tomatoes to the skillet, stirring to combine.
4. 4Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Let cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. 5Mix in the spinach, allowing it to wilt.
6. 6Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until the mixture becomes creamy.
7. 7Season with lemon zest, fresh thyme, black pepper, and salt.
8. 8Cook for an additional 10 minutes on low heat, allowing the flavors to meld.
9. 9Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
10. 10Serve warm, garnished with a sprinkle of Parmesan and a few fresh thyme leaves.