Estate Collection Pasta with White Bean & Herb Sauce

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A pantry-friendly pasta dish featuring creamy white beans, sun-ripened tomatoes, and fresh herbs simmered into a rich sauce that clings to perfectly cooked spaghetti. This italian-inspired pasta ready in about 35 minutes pairs spaghetti, olive oil, yellow onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 520 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add 12 oz spaghetti and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente, then drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 diced medium yellow onion and 3 minced garlic cloves, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until translucent and fragrant—do not brown.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes and 1 can (15 oz) drained cannellini beans, simmering gently for 5 minutes to meld flavors.
  4. Step 4: Add 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, and 1/2 cup reserved pasta water, stirring until sauce thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon.
  5. Step 5: Toss drained spaghetti into the sauce with 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, adding more pasta water if needed to achieve a creamy consistency that clings to each strand.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Estate Collection Pasta with White Bean & Herb Sauce take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Estate Collection Pasta with White Bean & Herb Sauce?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep spaghetti from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Estate Collection Pasta with White Bean & Herb Sauce?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Estate Collection Pasta with White Bean & Herb Sauce for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Estate Collection Pasta with White Bean & Herb Sauce?

Italian pasta like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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