Spaghetti with White Bean Sauce
Description:
Indulge in the savory delight of Spaghetti with White Bean Sauce, a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes your taste buds with its wholesome flavors. This recipe combines the earthy richness of beans with the comforting allure of pasta, creating a dish that’s both hearty and satisfying. With a medley of aromatic ingredients and a burst of Mediterranean flair, this dish promises to elevate your dining experience to new heights. Whether you’re a seasoned chef or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe is sure to impress with its simplicity and depth of flavor.
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 2
Calories per Serving: 837.3
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil 🫒
- 2 cloves garlic 🧄
- 1 small red onion 🧅
- 1/2 red bell pepper 🫑
- 1 can navy beans 🥫
- 1 can great northern beans 🥫
- 1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley 🌿
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) 🌶️
- Salt and pepper, to taste 🧂
- 10 ounces spaghetti 🍝
- 1-2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese 🧀
- 1-2 tablespoons grated Romano cheese 🧀
Instructions:
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Heat olive oil in a non-stick frying pan 🍳: Begin by heating the olive oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Allow the oil to warm up, creating a flavorful base for the dish.
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Sauté Aromatics: Add the minced garlic, finely chopped red onion, diced red bell pepper, and celery to the pan. Sauté the vegetables until they become soft and fragrant, releasing their delightful flavors into the oil.
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Incorporate Beans: Stir in the drained and rinsed navy beans and great northern beans. Allow them to mingle with the vegetables, soaking up the savory essence of the dish.
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Season and Simmer: Add vegetable stock to the pan, along with half of the chopped parsley, red pepper flakes (if using), and salt and pepper to taste. Let the mixture simmer gently, allowing the flavors to meld together and the beans to soften to perfection.
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Mash Beans: To add texture and depth to the sauce, coarsely mash half of the beans with a fork. This step creates a creamy consistency while still maintaining some whole beans for added texture.
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Cook Spaghetti: While the sauce simmers, cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until it reaches al dente perfection. Drain the spaghetti well, ensuring it’s free of excess water.
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Combine Spaghetti and Sauce: Transfer the cooked spaghetti to a large shallow bowl, then pour the bean sauce over the top. Gently toss the spaghetti and sauce together, ensuring that every strand of pasta is coated in the flavorful mixture.
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Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle the remaining chopped parsley over the spaghetti and bean sauce. For the pièce de résistance, sprinkle freshly grated Parmesan and Romano cheese on top. Serve the spaghetti immediately, allowing your guests to savor the dish while it’s hot and fragrant.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 837.3
- Fat: 13.6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.9g
- Cholesterol: 12.5mg
- Sodium: 240.4mg
- Carbohydrates: 143.2g
- Fiber: 12.7g
- Sugar: 8g
- Protein: 34.9g
Recipe Tags:
- Spaghetti
- Beans
- Vegetable
- Stove Top
- < 60 Mins
Embark on a culinary journey with this delightful Spaghetti with White Bean Sauce recipe. Whether you’re cooking for a cozy dinner at home or entertaining guests, this dish is sure to impress with its irresistible flavors and comforting appeal. Enjoy the hearty goodness of beans combined with the timeless allure of spaghetti, creating a dish that’s both wholesome and delicious. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe is perfect for both beginner cooks and seasoned chefs alike. So, grab your apron and get ready to delight your taste buds with this mouthwatering creation!
