Because I haven’t eaten meat or chicken in over 30 years, I’ve always used beans as a solid source of protein. I have also embraced the humble bean as a main character, not a forgettable side dish. Which is what I did here. #Meatless I love butter beans because of their mild, creamy, if not meaty texture. They are a nutrient-dense, plant-based protein source that are incredibly affordable and versatile. This dish was inspired by Sarah liveeatlearn when I saw it come across my explorer page. I think I’ve done every iteration of ‘Marry Me’ dishes… but never with beans. It was a brilliant idea. Thanks Sarah! . . Tuscan Butter Beans . . 2 Tbsp of the oil from a jar of sun dried tomatoes 1/2 cup chopped onion 4 cloves garlic, chopped 1/2 tsp each salt 1 tsp oregano Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes 1/2 tsp smoked paprika 1/4 tsp black pepper 1 tbls calabrian chili paste 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped 1 cup vegetable broth 2 (15oz) cans butter beans, drained 2 large handfuls ...