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Bean Bolognese Eating Well Recipe

This hearty and flavorful Bean Bolognese is a meatless marvel that will impress even the most dedicated carnivores! Inspired by a beloved EatingWell recipe, this upgraded version features creamy great northern beans (or your favorite!), a rich tomato sauce, and a secret ingredient: balsamic vinegar for an extra depth of flavor. Get ready for a taste explosion that's both comforting and sophisticated. This easy one-pan recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal and comes together in under 30 minutes.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 465.7 kcal
Protein 42g
Rating 4.4 (5 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Bean Bolognese Eating Well

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How to Make Bean Bolognese Eating Well

  1. Boil a large pot of salted water for the pasta.
  2. Mash 1/2 cup cooked great northern beans with a fork in a small bowl.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  4. Add 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 medium carrot, chopped; 2 celery stalks, chopped; and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  5. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 10 minutes.
  6. Add 2 cloves garlic, minced, and 1 bay leaf.
  7. Cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 15 seconds.
  8. Add 1/2 cup dry red wine.
  9. Increase heat to high and boil until most of the liquid evaporates, 3 to 4 minutes.
  10. Add 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes with their juices, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, and the mashed beans.
  11. Add 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar.
  12. Bring to a lively simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened, about 6 minutes.
  13. Add 1 (15-ounce) can great northern beans, drained and rinsed.
  14. Cook, stirring occasionally, until heated through, 1 to 2 minutes more.
  15. Meanwhile, cook 1 pound pasta (your choice!) in the boiling water until al dente, about 9 minutes or according to package directions.
  16. Drain the pasta.
  17. Divide the pasta among 4 bowls.
  18. Discard the bay leaf and top the pasta with the Bolognese sauce.
  19. Alternatively, mix the pasta and sauce together and divide into servings.
  20. Serve immediately, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and extra parsley.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

21 g

Sugar

18g

Fat

17g

Carbs

22g

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