Pepperoni White Bean Bake - Easy Recipes for Dinner
This hearty Pepperoni White Bean Bake is the ultimate comfort food. A bubbly, cheesy, protein-packed meal perfect for busy weeknights.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 cans (15 oz each) white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce
- 4 oz pepperoni slices
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large ovenproof skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in cherry tomatoes, red pepper flakes, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5-6 minutes until tomatoes burst.
- Add white beans and marinara sauce, stirring to combine.
- Layer pepperoni slices over the bean mixture and top with mozzarella cheese.
- Transfer skillet to the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.