#gourmetsidedish

Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of butter beans in a luscious Parmesan-infused sauce. This easy-to-make recipe is a comfort food delight, perfect for a hearty side dish or a standalone meal.

Ingredients: 2 cans 15 oz each butter beans, drained and rinsed. 1/4 cup unsalted butter. 1/4 cup all-purpose flour. 2 cups whole milk. 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth. 1 teaspoon garlic powder. 1 teaspoon onion powder. Salt and pepper to taste. 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese. Fresh parsley for garnish.

Instructions: In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour until a smooth paste forms, creating a roux. Gradually whisk in the milk and broth, ensuring no lumps. Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cook and stir until the mixture thickens, about 5-7 minutes. Add drained butter beans and Parmesan cheese. Stir until beans are coated and cheese is melted. Simmer on low heat for an additional 5 minutes, allowing flavors to meld. Adjust seasoning to taste. Serve creamy butter beans hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Spice Roasted Delicata Squash with Port Reduction has a lot of great flavors. It has tender delicata squash that has been roasted with cinnamon and nutmeg and a sweet and sour port reduction that has been drizzled on top. This side dish is simple and classy, and it only needs 4 ingredients.

Ingredients: 2 delicata squash, halved and seeded. 2 tbsp olive oil. 1 tsp ground cinnamon. 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg. 1/2 cup port wine.

Instructions: Turn on the oven and heat it up to 400F 200C. Cut the delicata squash in half lengthwise and widthwise into half-moons that are 1/2 inch thick. Add the delicata squash slices to a large bowl. Add the olive oil, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg. Toss the squash slices until they are well covered. Place the squash slices on a baking sheet that has been lined with parchment paper so that they fall flat. Place the squash in an oven that has already been heated. Roast it for 20 to 25 minutes, or until it is soft and the edges have turned caramelized. While that is going on, heat the port wine in a small saucepan over medium-low. It will take about 10 to 15 minutes of cooking until the port is reduced by half and slightly thickened. After the squash is done roasting, put it on a serving platter and drizzle the port reduction over it. As a fancy and tasty side dish, serve the Spice Roasted Delicata Squash with Port Reduction. Have fun! This dish is great for holidays or special events because it adds a bit of sweetness and spice to your keto meal.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes