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Butter Beans with Leeks

Irresistibly Creamy Butter Beans with Leeks for Comfort Food Lovers

Experience the comforting flavors of Butter Beans with Leeks, a quick and satisfying vegetarian dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 can Butter Beans drained
  • 2 medium Leeks sliced, washed well
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme or dried thyme
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Rosemary or dried rosemary
  • 1/2 cup White Wine or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup Vegetable Stock preferably low-sodium
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese shredded
  • 1/4 cup Pecorino Cheese for garnish, optional
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest fresh
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper

Equipment

  • medium saucepan

Method
 

  1. In a medium saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over low heat. Add sliced leeks, minced garlic, fresh thyme, and rosemary, stirring gently. Cook for 8-10 minutes.
  2. Pour in about ½ cup of white wine, stirring continuously. Increase the heat slightly and let it simmer for 3-5 minutes until the wine reduces by nearly half.
  3. Reduce the heat back to low, stir in 1 can of drained butter beans along with 1 cup of vegetable stock, and season lightly. Warm through for about 5 minutes.
  4. Fold in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until it melts and blends into the mixture. Cook for an additional 8-10 minutes to heat through.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, and a splash of lemon juice. Stir in lemon zest and garnish with pecorino cheese and parsley.
  6. Serve warm in bowls with crusty bread or a crisp salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure leeks are well cleaned to remove grit and cook on low heat for sweetness. Leftovers keep well for up to 4 days.

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