Sweet and Tangy Butter Beans Recipe

Name: Sweet and Tangy Butter Beans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 cup chopped onion; 1 cup chopped sweet red pepper; 1 garlic clove, finely chopped; 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce; ⅓ cup apple juice; 1 tablespoon brown sugar; 1 tablespoon vinegar; 1 teaspoon prepared yellow mustard; 2 (1 lb) cans butter beans, rinsed and drained; 1 ½ teaspoons cornstarch; 2 tablespoons water

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1 garlic clove, finely chopped
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
⅓ cup apple juice
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon vinegar
1 teaspoon prepared yellow mustard
2 (1 lb) cans butter beans, rinsed and drained
1 ½ teaspoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons water

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2
Spray a 1-1/2 qt baking dish with a nonstick cooking spray.
3
Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
4
Add onions, red pepper, and garlic.
5
Cook until onions are tender and start to brown, about 10 minutes.
6
Remove from heat.
7
Add remaining ingredients, dissolving cornstarch in the 2 Tbsp of water before adding.
8
Mix well.
9
Transfer to prepared baking dish.
10
Bake, uncovered, for 1 hour.

542

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 1 cup chopped onion, 1 cup chopped sweet red pepper, 1 garlic clove, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Sweet and Tangy Butter Beans falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Sweet and Tangy Butter Beans

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