Vegetarian
Tuscan Garlic Pantry-Smart White Bean Tomato Bake with Toasted Pepitas
Tomato, garlic, and rosemary-inspired comfort. This recipe bakes creamy white beans, tomatoes, greens, and a crisp whole-grain topping in one dish, designed to lean on flexible staples and reduce one-use groceries, with a crisp, savory finish. 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
- 1/3 cup toasted pepitas
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
Scatter the toasted pepitas over the finished dish just before serving.
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Nutrition at a glance
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