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Pizza Beans Skillet Recipe

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Pizza Beans Skillet is a comforting and hearty dish featuring tender cannellini beans simmered in a flavorful tomato sauce seasoned with garlic, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Topped with melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, then finished under the broiler for a bubbly, golden crust. Fresh basil adds a bright, aromatic touch to this simple stovetop skillet meal perfect for an easy weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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Tomato Sauce

  • 1 (28-oz.) can whole tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp. tomato paste
  • 1/2 tsp. dried oregano
  • 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 tsp. kosher salt (or more, to taste)
  • 1/2 tsp. granulated sugar (optional)

Beans and Cheese

  • 2 (14.5-oz.) cans cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese

Garnish

  • Fresh basil leaves, for serving

Instructions

  1. Prepare Tomatoes: Pour the whole tomatoes and their juices into a large bowl. Using clean hands, tear the tomatoes into roughly 1/2 inch pieces. Set aside to use in your sauce.
  2. Sauté Garlic and Tomato Paste: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the finely chopped garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in the tomato paste and cook, stirring constantly, until the tomato paste darkens slightly and starts to stick to the bottom of the skillet, about 1 to 2 minutes.
  3. Simmer Sauce: Add the prepared tomatoes, dried oregano, crushed red pepper flakes, and 1 teaspoon kosher salt to the skillet. Increase heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a boil, then lower to medium-low heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the sauce reduces and thickens slightly, about 10 to 15 minutes. Taste the sauce and stir in granulated sugar if you want more sweetness.
  4. Add Beans: Stir in the drained and rinsed cannellini beans until well combined. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the beans are heated through, about 1 to 2 minutes. Adjust seasoning with additional salt if needed.
  5. Broil with Cheese: Preheat your oven broiler to high. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan evenly over the beans in the skillet. Place the skillet under the broiler and cook, watching closely, until the cheese is bubbly and browned, about 1 to 2 minutes.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Remove the skillet from the oven and garnish with fresh basil leaves. Serve hot straight from the skillet for a delicious, comforting meal.

Notes

  • Use canned whole tomatoes for a rich texture but you can substitute crushed tomatoes if preferred.
  • Keep a close eye on the dish when broiling to prevent burning the cheese.
  • If you don’t have cannellini beans, great northern or navy beans make good substitutes.
  • Adjust the red pepper flakes to your spice tolerance level for a milder or spicier dish.
  • Serving suggestion: Pair with crusty bread or a simple green salad for a complete meal.

Keywords: Pizza Beans, Cannellini Beans, Tomato Sauce, Skillet Meal, Easy Dinner, Italian-Inspired, Cheese, Broiler

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