Beans Parmesan Bake
Beans Parmesan Bake is a cheesy white bean casserole.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 small yellow onion finely diced
- 6 cloves garlic thinly sliced
- Kosher salt
- Black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 28-ounce can whole peeled tomatoes, crushed
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/3 cup plus 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
- 2 15.5-ounce cans cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella
- Fresh basil leaves thinly sliced
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C).
- Heat 1/4 cup olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
- Add onion, garlic, salt, and pepper. Cook for 3–4 minutes until softened.
- Stir in oregano and red pepper flakes; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add crushed tomatoes and simmer for 6–8 minutes until slightly thickened.
- In a bowl, mix breadcrumbs, 1/3 cup Parmesan, remaining olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Stir beans and remaining Parmesan into the sauce and cook for 2 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Top with mozzarella, then evenly sprinkle breadcrumb mixture.
- Bake for 15 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Let rest for 5 minutes and garnish with fresh basil before serving.
- This Beans Parmesan Bake is best served hot with crusty bread or a fresh salad.
Notes
- Serve with toasted bread or over rice