WHITE BEAN RAGOUT WITH TOAST

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Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen

Categories     Bean     Tomato     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     High Fiber     Dinner     Lunch     Spring     Summer     Healthy     Low Cholesterol     Simmer     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 medium onions, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil plus more
Kosher salt
freshly ground pepper
4 garlic cloves, 3 finely grated, 1 halved
2 teaspoons tomato paste
4-6 1"-thick slices grilled or toasted ciabatta
8-10 tablespoons finely grated Parmesan, divided
2 15-ounce cans cannellini (white kidney) beans, rinsed and drained
4 cups vegetable broth, divided
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Pulse onions in a food processor until finely chopped but not puréed (you should have about 2 cups). Transfer to a medium bowl. Pulse bell pepper in processor until finely chopped but not puréed (you should have about 1 cup); add to bowl and mix well.
  • Heat oil in a large heavy skillet over medium heat. Add onion mixture (it may splatter) and season with salt and pepper. Simmer, stirring often, until vegetables are completely softened, about 30 minutes. Add finely grated garlic and tomato paste and cook, stirring often, until tomato paste begins to turn deep red, about 3 minutes. Measure 1/2 cup soffritto and set aside; reserve skillet. Transfer remaining soffritto to a container and let cool completely, uncovered. Cover and store in refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Meanwhile, preheat oven to 375°F. Rub bread slices with cut sides of remaining garlic clove. Place bread on a baking sheet and sprinkle 1 tablespoon Parmesan over each slice. Toast until cheese begins to brown, about 5 minutes. Set aside.
  • Heat reserved 1/2 cup soffritto and beans in same skillet over medium-high heat. Cook, stirring often, until heated through, about 1 minute. Stir in 3 cups broth; bring to a boil. Simmer, scraping up browned bits, until liquid is slightly thickened, 3-4 minutes. Add tomatoes and remaining 1 cup broth; simmer until tomatoes are tender, 3-4 minutes. Stir in 2 tablespoons Parmesan. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Divide bread among bowls. Top with some bean mixture and broth. Garnish with remaining 2 tablespoons Parmesan and parsley. Drizzle with oil, if desired.

Camari Ahmoy
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I loved this ragout! The beans were cooked perfectly and the sauce was so flavorful. I served it over mashed potatoes and it was a delicious and comforting meal.


Adrian Thomas
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This was a great recipe! I made it exactly as written and it turned out perfect. The beans were creamy and the sauce was flavorful. I served it over rice and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.


Perkins Gensets
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This ragout was easy to make and very delicious! I used canned beans, which made it even quicker to prepare. I served it over pasta and it was a hit with my family.


Gail Silva
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This was a great recipe! I made it for a potluck and it was a hit. Everyone loved the creamy texture of the beans and the savory flavor of the sauce.


Shah Faisal official
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I loved this ragout! The beans were cooked perfectly and the sauce was so flavorful. I served it over mashed potatoes and it was a delicious and comforting meal.


Maytham Ameir
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This was a great recipe! I made it exactly as written and it turned out perfect. The beans were creamy and the sauce was flavorful. I served it over rice and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.


Geraldine Nortje
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This ragout was easy to make and very delicious! I used canned beans, which made it even quicker to prepare. I served it over pasta and it was a hit with my family.


COC GAMING
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I'm not a big fan of beans, but this ragout was surprisingly good! The beans were cooked perfectly and the sauce was very flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Dustin Parker
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This was a great recipe! The beans were so creamy and the sauce was so flavorful. I served it over rice and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.


AR Samir
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I made this ragout for dinner last night and it was a hit! My family loved the creamy texture of the beans and the savory flavor of the sauce. I will definitely be making this again.


Kashif Anwar
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This white bean ragout was a delicious and hearty meal! The beans were cooked perfectly, and the sauce was flavorful and rich. I served it over toast, and it was the perfect comfort food for a cold night.