Pasta N Beans
Warm, hearty, and bursting with flavor, Pasta N Beans is the ultimate comfort food that’s both simple to prepare and packed with wholesome ingredients. This Italian-inspired dish combines tender ditalini pasta with creamy cannellini beans, all simmered in a flavorful tomato and vegetable broth seasoned with aromatic herbs like oregano and basil. The sautéed medley of onions, garlic, carrots, and celery forms a rich base, while a subtle kick of optional red pepper flakes adds a touch of heat. Ready in just 45 minutes, this one-pot wonder is perfect for busy weeknights and can easily be customized with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan for a finishing touch. Whether you're craving a nourishing vegetarian meal or a hearty family dinner, Pasta N Beans is a satisfying choice that delivers on taste and nutrition.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 large garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium carrot, diced
- 1 medium celery stalk, diced
- 15 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup small pasta (such as ditalini or elbow)
- 15 ounces cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion, garlic, carrot, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until vegetables are softened and aromatic.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, oregano, basil, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to develop the flavors.
Add the pasta to the pot and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the pasta is al dente. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
Stir in the rinsed and drained cannellini beans and continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes until the beans are heated through.
Remove from heat and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper, if needed.
Ladle the Pasta N Beans into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese, if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1482 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 50.3 g | 64% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.0 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 47 mg | 16% | |
| Sodium | 4025 mg | 175% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 195.1 g | 71% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.0 g | 129% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.5 g | ||
| Protein | 66.0 g | 132% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1131 mg | 87% | |
| Iron | 13.8 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 3962 mg | 84% | |
*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.
