Traditional Beans in Savory Tomato Sauce
Dive into the comforting flavors of **Traditional Beans in Savory Tomato Sauce**, a hearty and wholesome recipe that brings a taste of Mediterranean simplicity to your table. This dish features tender white beans simmered to perfection in a robust tomato-based sauce infused with aromatic herbs like thyme and oregano. The slow-cooked combination of garlic, onion, and crushed tomatoes creates a rich, velvety sauce that clings to every bite, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a refreshing finish. Perfect as a vegetarian main course or a versatile side dish, this recipe is both nourishing and satisfying. With minimal prep time and pantry-friendly ingredients, it's an easy yet elegant way to enjoy the timeless pairing of beans and tomato sauce.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup dried white beans (such as cannellini or navy)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 unit large onion, finely chopped
- 3 unit garlic cloves, minced
- 15 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 unit bay leaf
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Rinse the dried beans thoroughly under cold water and soak them overnight in a large bowl with enough water to cover the beans by at least 2 inches.
Drain and rinse the soaked beans. Place them in a large pot, cover with fresh water, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to low and let simmer for about 45 minutes or until the beans are tender. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes or until the onion is translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, bay leaf, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Add the cooked beans to the tomato mixture. Stir gently to coat the beans in the sauce.
Cover the skillet, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for about 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
Remove the bay leaf before serving. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper to taste, if necessary.
Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley and serve hot as a main dish or side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1186 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.9 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.2 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2293 mg | 100% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 176.8 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 63.3 g | 226% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.3 g | ||
| Protein | 58.6 g | 117% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 692 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 17.1 mg | 95% | |
| Potassium | 5767 mg | 123% | |
*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.
