Name: Cheesy White Bean Tomato Bake
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 Servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 4 cloves garlic; 0.25 cup tomato paste; 30 ounces white beans; 0.5 cup boiling water; Salt and pepper; 1 cup mozzarella cheese; 0.333 cup parmesan cheese

This Cheesy White Bean Tomato Bake ALL comes together in one skillet and makes the perfect appetizer, side dish OR even a complete meal (which is how I love it!). It's cheesy and delicious and SO FILLING!

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Cheesy White Bean Tomato Bake

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Instructions

Pre-heat the oven to 475 degrees F.

In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add in the garlic and cook for 2 minutes. Mix in the tomato paste, continuing to stir often, and cook for 1 more minute.

Add in the beans, boiling water, and a good pinch of salt and freshly cracked black pepper. Stir until fully combined and the beans are covered in the tomato paste.

Sprinkle on the cheese so that it evenly covers the top of the skillet. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the cheese is fully melted and starting to crisp around the edges. If you’re REALLY a fan of crispy cheese, I highly recommend running your broiler for a couple minutes. Make sure to watch it closely so it doesn’t burn!

Serve with toasted bread or chips/ crackers and ENJOY!

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Drain and Rinse Beans Thoroughly 💧
Always drain canned white beans and rinse them under cold water to remove excess sodium and starch, which prevents a gummy texture and allows the cheese and tomato flavors to shine.
Bloom Tomato Paste in Oil First 🍅
Sauté the tomato paste in olive oil for 1-2 minutes before adding other ingredients to deepen its umami flavor and eliminate any metallic taste from the can.
Layer Cheese for Even Melting 🧀
Reserve half your mozzarella for topping and mix the rest with parmesan into the beans; this creates a creamy interior while the top layer gets perfectly golden and bubbly in the oven.
Toast Garlic Gently to Avoid Bitterness 🧄
Mince garlic fresh and add it to warm oil over medium heat for just 30-45 seconds before the tomato paste—overcooking will turn it bitter and harsh, ruining the dish's balance.
Finish Under the Broiler for Texture 🔥
After baking, place the skillet under the broiler for 1-2 minutes at the end to create a crispy, caramelized cheese top while keeping the filling creamy underneath.