Cheesy White Bean Casserole (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Base Ingredients
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3 cups cooked white beans (about 480 grams)
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2 large tomatoes, finely chopped
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1.5 cups cherry tomatoes (about 200 grams)
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1 medium onion, finely chopped
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2.5 cups chopped spinach (about 200 grams)
→ Seasonings & Aromatics
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2 large garlic cloves, minced
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1 tablespoon tomato paste
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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½ teaspoon dried red chili flakes
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¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
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Salt to taste
→ Topping & Oil
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2 cups shredded cheese (200 grams)
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1 tablespoon olive oil
# Instructions:
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Heat olive oil in a skillet. Sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until onion becomes translucent.
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Stir in Italian seasonings, red pepper flakes, and black pepper. Cook briefly, then add tomato paste and cook for 30 seconds.
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Add chopped tomatoes and salt, cooking for 8-10 minutes until mushy. Add cherry tomatoes and cook another 10-12 minutes until partially cooked.
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Add white beans and spinach. Cook 5-7 minutes until spinach wilts.
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Transfer to a casserole dish, top with cheese, and cover with foil. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for about 30 minutes.
# Notes:
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Can use any variety of white beans or substitute with other beans
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For a quick version, use marinara sauce instead of cooking fresh tomatoes
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Can add vegetables like bell pepper, broccoli, or mushrooms
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Vegetarians should use rennet-free melting cheese