Batch-cooked creamy paprika butterbeans

By: Schwartz UK

March 11, 2026

Enjoy the soft, creamy texture of cooked butterbeans with the rich, savoury flavours of tomato and Schwartz® herbs and spices. Garnished with freshly chopped parsley and Parmesan cheese, this dish is extra-delicious when served with grilled ciabatta and a green salad on the side.

Recipe Info

  • Prep Time:

    10

  • Cook Time:

    25

  • Servings:

    4-6

  • User Rating:

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 onions, finely chopped
  • 2 red peppers, finely diced
  • 4 teaspoons Schwartz® Paprika
  • 4 teaspoons Schwartz® Garlic Granules
  • 350 grams cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 tablespoons tomato puree
  • 4 tins (400 grams each) butterbeans
  • 250 mililitres water
  • 2 lemons, zest of
  • 100 grams Creme fraiche or cream cheese
  • Schwartz® Sea Salt and Black Pepper, to taste
  • 50 grams Parmesan, finely grated
  • 20 grams fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)
  • Extra virgin olive oil to serve
  • Grilled ciabatta to serve

Nutrition Information

(per serving)

Enjoy the soft, creamy texture of cooked butterbeans with the rich, savoury flavours of tomato and Schwartz® herbs and spices. Garnished with freshly chopped parsley and Parmesan cheese, this dish is extra-delicious when served with grilled ciabatta and a green salad on the side.

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Instructions

  1. In a large deep frying pan over medium-high heat, add the olive oil and fry the onion for 5 minutes until soft, add pepper, cook for another minute or two, then add paprika and garlic, fry 2 mins, add tomatoes, tomato puree, beans, and 250ml water. Simmer for 20-25 mins until reduced and creamy, stirring periodically. Add creme fraiche, lemon zest and season well to taste with salt and pepper.
  2. To serve, top with a little extra virgin olive oil, grated parmesan and fresh parsley if you like. Serve in bowls with grilled ciabatta on the side.

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