Description
A harmonious dish that combines creamy white beans and vibrant pesto with cherry tomatoes and gooey mozzarella cheese, creating a comforting bake perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup pesto
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a baking dish, combine the white beans and pesto until every bean is coated.
- Fold in the halved cherry tomatoes, and season with salt and pepper.
- Top the mixture with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Allow to cool slightly, then garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
For added crunch, consider topping with breadcrumbs mixed with olive oil before baking. For a dairy-free option, replace mozzarella with a suitable alternative.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: white bean, pesto, bake, vegetarian, easy recipe, comfort food
