Quick Mac Beans
Looking for a hearty, flavorful dinner that’s ready in just 30 minutes? Meet Quick Mac Beans, a one-pan wonder that combines tender elbow macaroni with protein-packed kidney beans in a smoky, tomato-based sauce. Enhanced with aromatic garlic, diced onions, and a touch of smoked paprika, this dish is as comforting as it is nutritious. A sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese and fresh parsley add the perfect finishing touch, making it ideal for a satisfying weeknight meal. Vegetarian-friendly and easy to whip up, Quick Mac Beans is a budget-friendly, family-approved recipe that will become a staple in your dinner rotation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 15 ounces canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 14 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup cheddar cheese, shredded (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the kidney beans, crushed tomatoes, and vegetable broth to the skillet. Stir to combine.
Season the mixture with smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
Simmer the mixture for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld.
Fold in the cooked macaroni and stir to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
If desired, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top and cover the skillet for 2-3 minutes until the cheese melts.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving, if desired.
Serve hot and enjoy your Quick Mac Beans!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1845 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.1 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.0 g | 75% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 60 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 3061 mg | 133% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 292.8 g | 106% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 40.4 g | 144% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.6 g | ||
| Protein | 80.5 g | 161% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 719 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 21.4 mg | 119% | |
| Potassium | 3376 mg | 72% | |
*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.
