These broccoli-Cheddar butter beans are a cozy dish that will remind you of broccoli-Cheddar soup, but in a convenient skillet. Tender butter beans add creaminess and plant-based protein, making the dish filling enough for a main course. Broccoli florets bring color, while sharp Cheddar cheese melts in for that classic flavor. Everything comes together in one pan, creating a thick texture that’s perfect for scooping up with crusty bread.
Broccoli-Cheddar Butter Beans
These broccoli-Cheddar butter beans are a cozy dish that will remind you of broccoli-Cheddar soup, but in a convenient skillet. Tender butter beans add creaminess and plant-based protein, making the dish filling enough for a main course. Broccoli florets bring color, while sharp Cheddar cheese melts in for that classic flavor. Everything comes together in one pan, creating a thick texture that’s perfect for scooping up with crusty bread.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- ½ cup finely chopped yellow onion
- 3 medium cloves garlic finely chopped (about 1 tablespoon)
- 12 ounces fresh broccoli florets cut into ½-inch pieces (about 4 cups)
- ⅓ cup lower-sodium vegetable broth
- 15- ounce can no-salt-added butter beans rinsed
- ¾ cup half-and-half
- ½ teaspoon ground pepper
- ½ teaspoon dry mustard
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese divided
- ½- inch slices crusty whole-wheat baguette toasted
Instructions
- Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ½ cup onion and the chopped garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 2 minutes. Add cut broccoli, stirring until well combined. Pour in ⅓ cup broth; cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until the broccoli is tender-crisp and bright green, 3 to 4 minutes.
- Stir in rinsed beans, ¾ cup half-and-half and ½ teaspoon each pepper, dry mustard and salt. Bring to a lively simmer over medium-high heat. Simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the beans are warmed through and the sauce has thickened slightly, about 2 minutes. Let cool for 2 minutes, then stir in ¾ cup Cheddar until melted. Sprinkle with the remaining ¼ cup Cheddar. Serve with toasted baguette slices.
