Tender butter beans slow-baked in a rich, savory tomato sauce—comforting, hearty, and packed with flavor. A perfect side or meatless main that warms from the inside out.
Origin Baked Butter Beans
Rooted in Mediterranean and Southern cuisines, baked butter beans are a staple in both Greek and American kitchens. They showcase how simple ingredients can be transformed into something deeply satisfying.
What I Love About This Recipe
It’s creamy, comforting, and packed with umami. I love how the beans soak up the flavors of the sauce as they bake. Plus, it’s affordable, filling, and great for meal prep or potlucks.
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Baked Butter Beans
Course: Recipes4
servings20
minutes45
minutes260
kcalIngredients
2 cups cooked butter beans (or 1 can, drained and rinsed)
1 tbsp olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (400g) crushed tomatoes
1 tbsp tomato paste
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp dried oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Directions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Heat olive oil in a pan, sauté onion until soft. Add garlic and cook 1 minute.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5–10 minutes.
- Add butter beans and stir to coat. Transfer to a baking dish.
- Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, until thick and bubbly.
- Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Add chili flakes for heat or lemon zest for brightness.
- Great with crusty bread or over rice.
- Can be made ahead and reheated—the flavors deepen!
