Description
A Garlic Parmesan Pizza Beans dish is essentially a deconstructed pizza where the bread base is replaced by creamy, tender white beans. It is a hearty, spoonable meal that combines the acidic brightness of tomato sauce with the rich, salty depth of high-quality cheeses. Unlike a soup or a standard stew, these beans are simmered until the sauce is thick and clinging to each bean, creating a texture that feels decadent and substantial.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked white beans (cannellini or navy beans)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup marinara or pizza sauce
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for topping
Instructions
1. Sauté garlic
- Heat olive oil in a skillet.
- Add garlic and cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
2. Build the base
- Stir in beans, marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer for 5–7 minutes.
3. Add cheese
- Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan over the top.
- Cover and cook until melted and bubbly.
4. Finish
- Top with fresh basil and chili flakes if desired.
- Serve warm with bread or over rice.
Notes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American-Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 360 kcal
Keywords: Cheesy White Pizza Beans, Garlic White Bean Pizza Bake, Cannellini Bean Pizza Casserole, Parmesan Garlic Skillet Beans, Savory Tomato and Bean Bake