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Cheesy White Bean Tomato Bake

Cheesy White Bean Tomato Bake: Comfort Food in Minutes

This 7-Ingredient Cheesy White Bean Tomato Bake is a cozy and heartwarming vegetarian dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian, Vegetarian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with vegetable oil for a lighter flavor.
  • 1 medium Onion, diced Yellow onions are most common.
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced Fresh garlic is preferred.
  • 2 cans Cannellini Beans, drained and rinsed Great Northern or navy beans can be substituted.
  • 1 can Crushed Tomatoes Diced tomatoes can be used if crushed is unavailable.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Dried Oregano Adjust quantity if using fresh herbs.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Dried Basil Adjust quantity if using fresh herbs.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1.25 cups Shredded Mozzarella Gouda or cheddar can replace mozzarella.
  • 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan Nutritional yeast can serve as a vegan substitute.
  • optional Fresh Basil or Parsley, for garnish Any fresh herbs work wonderfully.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • 9x9-inch baking dish
  • Measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a medium skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until soft. Stir in garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  3. Add crushed tomatoes, oregano, and basil to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper to taste and let it simmer for about 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in the drained and rinsed cannellini beans and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  5. Transfer the bean and tomato mixture into a greased 9x9-inch baking dish. Top with shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  7. Let the bake cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Allow the bake to rest for 5 minutes post-oven for easier serving. For extra texture, consider adding a breadcrumb topping before baking.

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