Vegetarian
Tuscan Garlic Make-Ahead White Bean Tomato Bake with Sesame Greens
Tomato, garlic, and rosemary-inspired comfort. This recipe bakes creamy white beans, tomatoes, greens, and a crisp whole-grain topping in one dish, built to prep earlier and finish quickly at dinner time, with an easy extra layer of vegetables. It is designed for dependable prep, familiar groceries, and a calm family dinner.
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What you’ll need
Ingredients
- 2 cans cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 4 cups chopped kale
- 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
- 1 cup whole-grain breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- 1/2 cup crushed tomatoes
- 3 cups baby greens
- 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
Make it happen
Directions
- 1
Heat the oven to 400°F and lightly oil a 2-quart baking dish.
- 2
Stir beans, tomatoes, kale, onion, salt, and 3 garlic cloves, minced and 1 tsp dried rosemary directly in the dish.
- 3
Combine breadcrumbs, mozzarella, and olive oil; scatter evenly over the beans.
- 4
Bake for 25–28 minutes until bubbling and deeply golden. Rest for 5 minutes, add fresh basil and a drizzle of olive oil, and serve.
- 5
Wilt the greens in the hot pan for one minute and finish with the sesame seeds.
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Nutrition at a glance
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