Pasta with Beans

Warm up your dinner table with this hearty and comforting Pasta with Beans recipe, a rustic Italian-inspired dish that combines al dente penne pasta with a rich, savory tomato and cannellini bean sauce. Infused with the fragrant flavors of garlic, onion, oregano, and thyme, this one-pot wonder is as simple as it is satisfying. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe comes together in just 45 minutes, using pantry staples like canned tomatoes, beans, and vegetable broth. Topped with fresh parsley and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, this wholesome meal offers a delightful balance of protein, carbs, and vibrant Mediterranean flavors. Whether you're looking for a vegetarian main course or something cozy to serve the family, this easy Pasta with Beans promises to be a new favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams Penne pasta
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 large Yellow onion
• 3 large Garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 400 grams Canned tomatoes
• 400 grams Canned cannellini beans
• 500 milliliters Vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 50 grams Parmesan cheese

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Once cooked, drain and set aside.

Step 2

While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves. Add the onion to the skillet and sauté for about 5 minutes until it becomes translucent.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic, dried oregano, and dried thyme to the skillet. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant.

Step 5

Pour in the canned tomatoes and vegetable broth. Stir well to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 6

Rinse and drain the canned cannellini beans, then add them to the skillet. Season with salt and black pepper.

Step 7

Allow the sauce to simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.

Step 8

Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce. Cook for another 2 minutes to heat through.

Step 9

Finely chop the fresh parsley and grate the Parmesan cheese.

Step 10

Serve the pasta warm, garnished with fresh parsley and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1806.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2136.8

Total Fat 65.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.6g
Cholesterol 52.5mg	0%
Sodium 5475.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 312.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 45.0g	0%
Total Sugars 25.5g
Protein 84.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 911.8mg	0%
Iron 23.4mg	0%
Potassium 3780.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 27.0%

Protein: 15.5%

Carbs: 57.5%