Creamy Tuscan Butter Beans: A Comfort Food Classic

Ingredients

• 1 pound (450g) dried butter beans OR 2 (15-ounce/425g) cans butter beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil, extra virgin
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped (about 1 cup)
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 4 cups (950ml) vegetable broth (or chicken broth for non-vegetarian)
• 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream (or full-fat coconut milk for vegan option)
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil
• 1/4 cup (packed) fresh sage leaves
• 1/4 cup (30g) grated Parmesan cheese (or nutritional yeast for vegan option)