Italian-Style White Bean And Tomato Skillet Recipe

canned tomatoes

🥗Healthier: fresh tomatoes

💰Cheaper: crushed tomatoes

Fresh tomatoes can enhance flavor, while crushed tomatoes are often more affordable.

white beans

🥗Healthier: cannellini beans

💰Cheaper: navy beans

Navy beans are typically less expensive and can be used interchangeably.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a more economical option for cooking.

fresh basil

🥗Healthier: dried basil

💰Cheaper: basil paste

Dried basil is a cost-effective substitute that still provides flavor.

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion, carrot, and celery; sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and red pepper flakes; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add canned tomatoes, including juices, and bay leaves; bring to a simmer.

Incorporate white beans and season with salt and black pepper; simmer for 10-15 minutes.

Remove bay leaves and stir in fresh basil and parsley before serving.

Finish with a squeeze of lemon juice for brightness.

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