Slow-Cooked Tomato Basil Pasta with White Beans
Creamy tomato pasta simmered with cannellini beans and fresh basil for a hearty, vegetarian meal. This italian-inspired one pot (vegetarian) ready in about 35 minutes pairs spaghetti, (15 oz), drained cannellini beans, (14 oz) diced tomatoes for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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.
Ingredients
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 1 can (15 oz), drained cannellini beans
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cloves, minced garlic
- 1/2 cup, chopped fresh basil
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Cook 8 oz spaghetti in salted water according to package directions until al dente; reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté 4 minced garlic cloves and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add 1 can diced tomatoes, 1 can drained cannellini beans, 1/2 cup vegetable broth, and 1 tsp salt. Simmer for 10 minutes, then stir in drained spaghetti and 1/4 cup reserved pasta water until sauce coats pasta.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Slow-Cooked Tomato Basil Pasta with White Beans take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (10 min prep + 25 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 Slow-Cooked Tomato Basil Pasta with White Beans?
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 Slow-Cooked Tomato Basil Pasta with White Beans?
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 Slow-Cooked Tomato Basil Pasta with White Beans 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.
Is Slow-Cooked Tomato Basil Pasta with White Beans vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Best pasta dish I've made in a while. The white beans added a nice texture.
- ★★★★★
Loved how creamy and flavorful the pasta turned out. Made it for my family and they loved it.
- ★★★★★
This recipe was a hit at my dinner party! The flavors were perfect and so easy to make.
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