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Butter Beans with Leeks (Creamy & Simple Recipe)

This Butter Beans with Leeks recipe is a simple, elegant, and incredibly flavorful dish. Creamy butter beans are simmered with sweet, tender leeks in a savory garlic and thyme broth for a perfect one-pan meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, European
Calories: 310
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 tbsp Unsalted Butter Use vegan butter for a vegan option.
  • 2 Large Leeks White and light green parts only, cleaned and sliced.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 3 sprigs Fresh Thyme
  • 1/4 cup Dry White Wine Such as Sauvignon Blanc. Can substitute with vegetable broth.
  • 2 15-ounce cans Butter Beans Rinsed and drained.
  • 1 cup Vegetable Broth
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped.
  • 1 tsp Lemon Zest
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed.
  • Salt and Freshly Ground Black Pepper To taste.

Equipment

  • 1 Large skillet or Dutch oven
  • 1 Knife
  • 1 Cutting Board

Instructions
 

  1. In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add the sliced leeks and cook, stirring occasionally, for 10-12 minutes until very soft and sweet.
  2. Add the minced garlic and fresh thyme sprigs. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the white wine to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits. Simmer for about 2 minutes until the wine has mostly evaporated.
  4. Add the rinsed butter beans and the vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
  5. Remove the thyme sprigs. Stir in the fresh parsley, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm.

Notes

Tip 1: For a completely vegan version, use olive oil or vegan butter.
Tip 2: Don't rush the process of sweating the leeks; their sweet flavor is the foundation of this dish.
Tip 3: Serve with crusty bread to soak up the delicious, creamy sauce.
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