Italian White Beans in Tomato Sauce
For a simple side or vegetarian main, we love to make white beans in tomato sauce. This Italian and Tuscan inspired dish features pomodoro, cannellini beans, and fresh herbs.
Servings 6
Calories 250kcal
Ingredients
- 2-3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic chopped
- 2 28-oz cans San Marzano tomatoes
- kosher salt and black pepper
- 2 15-oz cans cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 sprig fresh rosemary
- garnishes: sliced fresh basil leaves, grated parmesan cheese, red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Warm olive oil in a large pot over medium low heat. Add garlic along with a pinch of kosher salt. Gently saute (without browning!) until soft, about 5 minutes.
- Add tomatoes with their juice. Raise the heat and bring to a boil, then lower the heat to medium and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Puree the sauce either in batches in a blender or using a stick blender in the pot. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Add beans and rosemary to sauce. Keep sauce at a simmer and cook for 15 minutes.
- Remove rosemary and serve topped with a drizzle of olive oil and any optional toppings.
Notes
- Sauce Info: For more discussion on making pomodoro visit my post on the recipe.
- Serving: You can serve this as a side for grilled or roasted meats or as part of a vegetarian dinner along with a salad.
Nutrition
Calories: 250kcal