Roasted White Bean & Tomato Pasta: A Flavorful Feast

Roasted White Bean & Tomato Pasta: A Flavorful Feast

45 mins
easy
6 servings

A vibrant and satisfying pasta dish featuring roasted white beans and tomatoes. This recipe is easy to follow and delivers a delicious, healthy meal.

PastaSummerVegetarian

Equipment Needed

  • Large Baking Sheets
  • Large Pot
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Oven

Ingredients

  • 16.00 ouncesCherry Tomatoes(Halved for even cooking)
  • 15.00 ouncesSmall White Beans(Rinse and drain)
  • 1.00 poundOrecchiette Pasta(Choose a pasta shape that holds sauce well)
  • 0.75 cupOlive Oil(Extra virgin olive oil)
  • 1.00 mediumShallot(Finely minced)
  • 2.00 tablespoonsTomato Paste
  • 5.00 clovesGarlic(Thinly sliced)
  • 0.50 teaspoonFresh Rosemary(Finely chopped)
  • 0.50 teaspoonRed Pepper Flakes
  • 0.50 teaspoonGranulated Sugar
  • Salt(To taste)
  • Black Pepper(To taste)
  • Parmesan Cheese(Grated, optional)

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Estimated time: 5 minutes

2

Combine olive oil, shallot, tomato paste, garlic, rosemary, red pepper flakes, and sugar in a small bowl.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

3

Toss halved cherry tomatoes with the dressing, season with salt and pepper, and spread on a large baking sheet.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

4

Toss rinsed white beans with 2 tablespoons olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Spread on a separate baking sheet.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

5

Roast tomatoes and beans for 25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until tomatoes soften and beans crisp.

Estimated time: 25 minutes

6

Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and drain.

Estimated time: 10 minutes

7

Transfer roasted tomatoes and beans to a large pot.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

8

Add 1/4 cup pasta water to the baking sheet and scrape up browned bits. Add to the pot.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

9

Repeat with another 1/4 cup pasta water.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

10

Add cooked pasta, remaining olive oil, salt, and pepper to the pot. Stir until sauce coats the pasta. Add more pasta water if needed to reach desired consistency.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

11

Serve in bowls and top with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Estimated time: 2 minutes