Best 8 Tuscan Rigatoni White Beans Recipes

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**Tuscan Rigatoni with White Beans: A Savory Symphony of Italian Flavors**

Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Tuscany with our exquisite Tuscan Rigatoni with White Beans recipe. This hearty and flavorful dish is a symphony of Italian flavors that will transport your taste buds to the sun-kissed hills of Italy. Rigatoni pasta, cooked al dente, serves as the foundation for this delectable dish. Creamy white beans, sautéed in aromatic olive oil and garlic, add a velvety texture and a nutty flavor. The addition of sun-dried tomatoes infuses a burst of tangy sweetness, while fresh herbs like basil and oregano bring a touch of herbaceousness. Parmesan cheese, grated fresh, adds a salty and umami dimension, creating a harmonious balance of flavors. This Tuscan Rigatoni with White Beans recipe is not only a culinary delight but also a nutritious meal, packed with protein, fiber, and essential vitamins. It's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, and it's sure to impress your family and friends. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and experience the authentic flavors of Tuscany with this extraordinary recipe.

**Additional Recipes to Explore:**

1. **Tuscan Sausage and Kale Soup:** Discover the rustic charm of Tuscany in this hearty and flavorful soup. Tuscan sausage, kale, and cannellini beans simmer in a rich broth, creating a comforting and satisfying meal.

2. **Tuscan Chicken with Roasted Vegetables:** Experience the perfect harmony of flavors in this Tuscan Chicken dish. Tender chicken breasts are roasted with a medley of colorful vegetables, seasoned with herbs and infused with the essence of white wine.

3. **Tuscan Bread Salad:** Indulge in the simplicity and freshness of this Tuscan Bread Salad. Crusty Italian bread, diced and toasted, is tossed with ripe tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, and a tangy vinaigrette.

4. **Tuscan Lemon Ricotta Cookies:** End your Tuscan culinary adventure on a sweet note with these delightful Lemon Ricotta Cookies. Buttery and soft, these cookies are infused with the zesty flavor of lemon and the delicate sweetness of ricotta cheese.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

TUSCAN WHITE BEAN PASTA



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This Tuscan White Bean Pasta is a fast and flavorful dish that is perfect for weeknight dinners. Caramelized garlic, basil, and Parmesan add BIG flavor!

Provided by Beth - Budget Bytes

Categories     Dinner     Lunch     Main Course

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 oz. linguine or fettuccine ($0.63)
1 Tbsp olive oil ($0.13)
1 Tbsp butter ($0.13)
3 cloves garlic, minced ($0.24)
1 pint grape or cherry tomatoes ($1.99)
10 cranks freshly ground pepper ($0.03)
1/2 tsp salt ($0.02)
1/2 tsp dried basil ($0.05)
1 15oz. can cannellini beans ($0.69)
4 oz. baby spinach ($0.65)
3 oz. shredded parmesan ($1.89)

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with water and place over high heat to bring it to a boil. Once boiling, add the pasta and cook according to the package directions (boil for 7-10 minutes). Drain the pasta in a colander.
  • While you're waiting for the water to boil, mince the garlic. Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add the garlic and sauté for about a minute, or until it has softened and become very fragrant.
  • Add the tomatoes, salt, pepper and basil. Sauté the tomatoes until the skins burst and the tomatoes begin to release their juices. It's important to not have the heat under the skillet too high here or the garlic may burn before the tomatoes break down. You want the garlic to brown and caramelize a bit, but not burn.
  • Once the tomatoes begin to break down, add the spinach and stir it into the tomatoes until it is about half way wilted.
  • Rinse and drain the can of cannellini beans. Add the beans to the skillet and stir until they are heated through. The tomato juices will have created a thick sauce-like mixture on the bottom of the skillet at this point. Taste the mixture and add a bit more salt if needed. It should be slightly on the salty side in order to properly flavor the pasta.
  • Add the cooked and drained pasta to the skillet. Toss until the pasta is coated in the sticky sauce and everything is combined. Top with shredded parmesan, plus add a bit of Parmesan to the top of each bowl.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving, Calories 556.63 kcal, Carbohydrate 80.93 g, Protein 28.7 g, Fat 13.78 g, Fiber 11.13 g, Sodium 1134.93 mg

TUSCAN WHITE BEANS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Cook 2 smashed garlic cloves and 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes in olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, 1 minute. Add 1 chopped plum tomato and 1 sprig rosemary and cook 2 minutes. Add 2 cans drained, rinsed cannellini beans and cook, partially smashing the beans with a spoon, 5 minutes. Remove the rosemary. Stir in 1/2 cup water and some chopped parsley; season with salt. Sprinkle with parmesan and broil until golden. Drizzle with olive oil.

WHITE BEANS WITH RIGATONI



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"My husband and I are fans of canned beans...especially when they're combined with pasta," shares Carol Gaus of Itasca, Illinois. "This quick-to-fix recipe makes a wonderful after-work meal served with whole wheat rolls and a salad with light vinaigrette dressing."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 ounces rigatoni or large tube pasta
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 package (8 ounces) sliced fresh mushrooms
1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
2 tablespoons miced fresh sage
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups chopped fresh kale
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. In a large saucepan, saute onion and garlic in oil until tender. Stir int the mushrooms; cook about 5 minutes longer or until mushrooms are almost tender., Stir in the beans, tomatoes, sage, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Stir in the kale. Return to boil. Cover and cook for 3-4 minutes or until kale is wilted and tender. Drain pasta; add to bean mixture and heat through. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 319 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 537mg sodium, Carbohydrate 55g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

TUSCAN WHITE BEANS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: olive oil, large yellow onion, mushroom, sun-dried tomato, garlic, white bean, fire-roasted tomato, artichoke heart, balsamic vinegar, honey, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, pepper, fresh basil

Provided by Crystal Hatch

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

olive oil, to taste
½ large yellow onion, diced
1 cup mushroom, diced
½ cup sun-dried tomato, drained
3 cloves garlic, minced
15 oz white bean, or cannellini beans, 2 cans, rinsed and drained
15 oz fire-roasted tomato, 1 can
15 oz artichoke heart, 1 can, drained
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
fresh basil, thinly sliced, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil, onion, and mushrooms. Cook 5 minutes, or until the onion begins to turn translucent.
  • Add the sun-dried tomatoes and garlic. Stir and cook for another 3 minutes, or until fragrant.
  • Add the white beans, fire-roasted tomatoes, artichoke hearts, balsamic vinegar, honey, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine. Cover and reduce the heat to low. Let cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Garnish with fresh basil and serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 474 calories, Carbohydrate 68 grams, Fat 44 grams, Fiber 17 grams, Protein 18 grams, Sugar 22 grams

TUSCAN WHITE BEANS WITH OLIVE OIL



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Provided by Food Network

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound dried Great Northern, navy, pea or other white beans
2 quarts chicken stock
1 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped garlic
1/4 cup chopped fresh flatleaf parsley
2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Sort the beans to make sure they are free of stones or other debris. Rinse, then cover with cold water, refrigerate, and soak overnight. The next day, drain the beans, place them in a large pot, and cover with the stock. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer the beans for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, or until they are tender. Add 1 teaspoon of salt in the final 15 minutes of cooking. The addition of salt earlier in the cooking process will result in tough beans.
  • Remove the beans with a slotted spoon and transfer to a large mixing bowl. Add all the remaining seasoning and other ingredients to the warm beans in the bowl and toss together. Adjust the salt and add freshly ground pepper to taste. Serve warm or chilled.

TUSCAN RIGATONI & WHITE BEANS



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I've had this recipe quite some time and always meant to try it. The ingredients appeal to me. If you try it first, let me know what you think.

Provided by bert2421

Categories     Beans

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups uncooked rigatoni pasta
1 large onion, chopped
1 (16 ounce) package smoked sausage, cut in 1/2 " pieces
1 (16 ounce) can cannellini beans, rinsed & drained
1/3 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomato, drained and chopped
1/3 cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary leaves or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary leaves
1/3 cup parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook& drain pasta.
  • Cook onion and sausage over med-high heat 2-3 minutes until onion is tender.
  • Gently stir in pasta and remaining ingredients except cheese.
  • Cook 3-5 minutes or until hot.
  • Sprinkle each serving with cheese.

TUSCAN WHITE BEANS WITH SAGE



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A hearty, delicious vegetarian meal that gets requested frequently by my meat-eating parents! Good with chunky pasta shapes (rigatoni or the like) or just served as a stew in deep dishes with a good bread. Do not substitute dry sage for fresh - the flavor simply does not translate. The cooking time listed is the absolute minimum. The stew's flavor only improves with long slow cooking, but I often throw the meal together in under half an hour. Makes terrific leftovers hot or cold! Derived loosely from a Moosewood cookbook recipe.

Provided by Lizzymommy

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 large yellow onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced or 2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 cup carrot, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh sage, minced
28 ounces petite diced tomatoes (undrained)
2 (15 7/8 ounce) cans white beans (cannellini or great northern)
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Saute the onion, garlic, and carrots in the olive oil until the onions are translucent. Add in the sage, cook until aromatic.
  • Add the can of tomatoes, heat through.
  • Add the white beans, return to a simmer, and simmer as long as you like (the longer, the yummier, honestly!).
  • Just before serving, stir in the lemon juice.
  • This dish holds up well to slight modifications. I have put in a stalk of celery, diced, with the onions and carrots. I have added a little dried rosemary with the white beans. All quite tasty. For omnivores, this dish is delicious with a few shrimp sauteed in butter and garlic served on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193.9, Fat 4, SaturatedFat 0.6, Sodium 22.7, Carbohydrate 31.9, Fiber 7.6, Sugar 4.6, Protein 9.5

TUSCAN WHITE BEANS IN TOMATO SAUCE



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White beans and tomato sauce simmer together to create a lovely addition to your meal. This can be served as a side dish to complement barbecue, sausages, or cheese. This can also be used as main course for meatless Monday. This dish is ready to serve immediately, but even more delicious the next day after the flavors are allowed to meld.

Provided by Buckwheat Queen

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Tomatoes

Time 8h50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 ¼ cups dry cannellini beans
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed
1 sprig fresh sage
1 ½ cups tomato sauce
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place beans in a large pot. Cover with water and stir in baking soda. Soak for 8 to 12 hours.
  • Rinse beans and return to the pot. Cover with water and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat and simmer until beans are tender yet firm to the bite, about 25 minutes. Drain beans, reserving the water, and set aside.
  • Heat the same pot over medium heat and add olive oil. Saute garlic and sage in the hot oil until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add drained beans. Stir and let the beans absorb the aroma of the garlic and sage. Add tomato sauce. Gently stir and simmer until the beans are soft but not mushy, 10 to 15 minutes. Use reserved cooking water to keep the sauce from burning, but the sauce should be thick. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183.3 calories, Carbohydrate 27.7 g, Fat 5 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 8.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 558.3 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

Tips:

  • When choosing rigatoni, look for pasta that is made with high-quality durum wheat and has a slightly rough texture, as this will help the sauce adhere better.
  • To save time, use canned or frozen cannellini beans. Just be sure to rinse them well before using.
  • If you don't have white wine on hand, you can substitute chicken broth or water. However, white wine will add a more complex flavor to the sauce.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables to the sauce, such as chopped kale, spinach, or zucchini.
  • Serve the pasta with grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, and a side of crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.

Conclusion:

Tuscan rigatoni with white beans is a hearty, flavorful, and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of rigatoni, white beans, sausage, and vegetables in a creamy white sauce is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a delicious and satisfying pasta dish, give this recipe a try.

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