Cheesy White Bean Tomato Bake Recipe
User Reviews
4.7
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
297 kcal
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Course
Dinner
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Cuisine
North American
Cheesy White Bean Tomato Bake Recipe
Description
This bake starts with sautéing thinly sliced garlic in olive oil to release its aroma before adding fire-roasted tomatoes seasoned with Italian herbs, salt, and pepper. Butter beans are stirred in for a creamy, mild texture, while fresh baby spinach is added and wilted before incorporating sliced basil for herbal brightness. A small amount of water is mixed in to maintain moisture during baking.
The dish is topped with grated Parmesan and mozzarella, then baked at 400°F until the cheese melts and the beans bubble through the tomato. An optional broil step adds a golden crust to the cheese topping. The result is a warm, cheesy casserole with contrasting textures between soft beans, tender greens, and melted cheese, all flavored by the tomato and herbs.
This recipe suits vegetarian diets and can be served as a comforting vegetarian main or a side dish. The use of fire-roasted tomatoes imparts a slight smokiness, complementing the mellow flavors of the beans and cheese.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic thinly sliced
- 15 ounce fire-roasted tomatoes can sub diced tomatoes, canned
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning each, sea salt
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 ounce butter bean drained and rinsed, canned, or other white beans
- 5 ounces baby spinach
- 1 ounce basil thinly sliced, fresh
- ¼ cup water
- ½ cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- 2 cups mozzarella grated
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add the fire-roasted tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper and stir. Taste and add more salt and pepper if you'd like.
- Stir in the beans then bring that pan to a simmer. Add the spinach and let it wilt then stir in the basil and water. Remove the pan from the heat and sprinkle the parmesan cheese then the mozzarella over the top.
- Bake for 5-10 minutes, or until the cheesy has melted and the beans are bubbling. For an extra golden top, broil for 2 minutes.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 297 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 serving = ¾ cup | |
| Calories | 297kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 19g | 38% |
| Fat | 23g | 35% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 55mg | 18% |
| Sodium | 1155mg | 48% |
| Potassium | 287mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 4185IU | 84% |
| Vitamin C | 12mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 474mg | 47% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.7
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