Name: Vodka Sauce Creamy Butter Beans
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 Servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 15 ounces silken tofu; 0.75 cup milk of choice; 0.25 cup olive oil; 2 cloves garlic; 1 shallot; 0.5 cup tomato paste; 2 tablespoons vodka; 1 tsp red pepper flakes; 2 tablespoons butter; 0.5 cup parmesan*; Salt and pepper; 2 cans butter beans or other white beans; 1 tbsp fresh herbs

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Vodka Sauce Creamy Butter Beans

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Instructions

In a blender, combine 1/2 cup of the beans, the silken tofu, and the milk. Blend until creamy, and no chunks remain.

Meanwhile, start the sauce. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat up the olive oil. Once hot, add in the shallot and cook for 3 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 2 additional minutes. Mix in the tomato paste and cook for 3 additional minutes, stirring often.

Stir in the vodka, tofu cream mixture, and pepper flakes and mix to combine. Add in the parmesan and butter and stir until melted.

Mix in the remaining butter beans. Season to taste with salt and pepper and cook for 1 more minute, stirring constantly. Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh herbs such as basil or parsley. ENJOY!

Notes

Butter Beans – If you can’t find butterbeans, you can use any canned beans in these. I’ve tried this with chickpeas and it’s delicious!

Vodka – you can easily leave out the vodka and this will still taste amazing! Maybe add in a little extra milk as desired.

To make this vegan – you could leave out the parmesan and simply add in a little nutritional yeast HOWEVER, I would suggest picking up some vegan parmesan (Violife makes an amazing one!)

Leftovers – Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat gently with a splash of milk to loosen the sauce.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Bloom Your Tomato Paste 🍅
Toast the tomato paste in butter and olive oil for 1-2 minutes before adding other ingredients to deepen its flavor and eliminate any metallic taste.
Silken Tofu Blending Technique 🥄
Blend the silken tofu with milk in a separate bowl before adding to the sauce for a completely smooth, lump-free creamy texture that rivals traditional heavy cream.
Vodka Reduction Matters 🥃
Let the vodka simmer for at least 2-3 minutes after adding to allow the alcohol to cook off while its subtle flavor compounds enhance the sauce's complexity.
Butter Bean Cooking Timing ⏱️
Add canned butter beans only in the final 3-4 minutes to prevent them from breaking down and turning mushy while still allowing them to absorb the sauce flavors.
Fresh Herb Reserve Strategy 🌿
Reserve half your fresh herbs to stir in just before serving—this keeps their bright, aromatic qualities intact while the cooked portion infuses the sauce base with deeper herbal notes.