Mr Robinsons Butter Beans
Warm, hearty, and packed with comforting flavors, Mr. Robinson's Butter Beans is a soul-satisfying dish perfect for any occasion. Featuring tender, slow-simmered butter beans infused with the smoky depth of paprika, aromatic garlic, and sweet notes of brown sugar and cider vinegar, this recipe is a delightful fusion of savory and slightly tangy. Simmered in a rich base of tomatoes and vegetable broth, this dish becomes irresistibly robust yet wholesome. With a preparation time of just 15 minutes and a long, gentle cooking process, it's an easy, hands-off option for cozy evenings. Serve it as a flavorful side or pair with crusty bread for a vegetarian main course that will wow your guests. Perfect for lovers of plant-based comfort food, this recipe highlights pantry staples while offering a refined taste that feels anything but ordinary.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups dried butter beans
- 6 cups water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 14 ounces diced tomatoes (canned)
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 piece bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Rinse the butter beans under cold water and place them in a large bowl. Cover with water and soak overnight, or for at least 8 hours. Drain and set aside.
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 5 minutes, or until translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and smoked paprika, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the drained butter beans, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, water, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 90-120 minutes, or until the butter beans are tender. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
Once the beans are cooked, stir in the brown sugar and apple cider vinegar. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
Remove the bay leaf and discard. Garnish the dish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Serve warm as a side dish or pair with crusty bread or cornbread for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1881 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 38.1 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.1 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4308 mg | 187% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 306.0 g | 111% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 75.8 g | 271% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.6 g | ||
| Protein | 100.5 g | 201% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 624 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 33.1 mg | 184% | |
| Potassium | 7356 mg | 157% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
