Hearty Bean Bake
Dive into comfort food bliss with this flavorful and filling Hearty Bean Bake! Packed with a trio of kidney, black, and white beans, this protein-rich casserole combines the smoky warmth of paprika, cumin, and chili powder with the tangy sweetness of apple cider vinegar and brown sugar for a perfectly balanced bite. Simmered in a savory tomato-based sauce and baked to perfection, it's a hearty one-pot meal that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Customize it with optional melted cheddar cheese or a sprinkle of fresh parsley for extra flair. Ready in just one hour, this vegetarian bean bake is sure to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cans (15 oz each) canned kidney beans
- 1 can (15 oz) canned black beans
- 1 can (15 oz) canned white beans
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 3 cloves garlic cloves
- 1 can (14.5 oz) canned diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Drain and rinse the kidney beans, black beans, and white beans, then set them aside.
Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Dice the yellow onion and mince the garlic cloves. Add them to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
Stir in the canned diced tomatoes, tomato paste, vegetable broth, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and bring to a simmer.
Add the drained and rinsed beans to the skillet. Stir to combine everything evenly.
Let the mixture simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld.
If your skillet or Dutch oven is not oven-safe, transfer the mixture to a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Place the skillet or baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes uncovered.
If desired, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top during the last 10 minutes of baking to create a melted cheese topping.
Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve warm. Enjoy your Hearty Bean Bake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3392 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 88.1 g | 113% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.9 g | 169% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 128 mg | 43% | |
| Sodium | 9242 mg | 402% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 479.8 g | 174% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 143.8 g | 514% | |
| Total Sugars | 54.8 g | ||
| Protein | 187.7 g | 375% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1892 mg | 146% | |
| Iron | 54.6 mg | 303% | |
| Potassium | 9519 mg | 203% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
