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<\/p>\nWhen I need a plant-based protein that\u2019s equal parts cozy, budget-friendly, and basically impossible to mess up, I reach for white beans. They\u2019re mild in the best way (aka they take on whatever flavors you throw at them), and they turn a few simple ingredients into a real meal. They\u2019re the kind of pantry staple that makes me feel like I have my life together even when dinner is a little\u2026improvised. \ud83d\ude05 Here are 18 of our favorite white bean recipes you\u2019ll actually want to make on repeat. And if you\u2019re a bean person in general, don\u2019t miss our collection of black bean recipes to check out next!<\/p>\n\n
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<\/p>\nAll recipes are rigorously tested in our Nashville Test Kitchen to ensure they are easy, affordable, and delicious.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\nEasy White Bean Skillets<\/h2>\n Everything in this section comes together in a single pan, which means less mess and more time to actually eat!<\/p>\n
1. Marry Me White Beans<\/h3>\n\n
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This easy Marry Me White Bean Skillet recipe is a simple vegetarian dinner made with pantry staples and sun-dried tomatoes, all cooked together in one skillet for maximum comfort!<\/span><\/p>\n <\/default:lineargradient><\/default:defs><\/default:lineargradient><\/default:defs><\/default:lineargradient><\/default:defs><\/default:svg>$5.61 recipe \/ $1.40 serving <\/span>This Marry Me white bean skillet is the veggie version of the viral \u201cMarry Me chicken,\u201d and yes, it\u2019s just as swoon-worthy. A creamy sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan, and basil pack in the flavor without much effort. Bonus: it\u2019s ready in 25 minutes, which is basically the culinary equivalent of showing up early. \ud83d\ude09<\/p>\n
2. Tuscan White Bean Pasta<\/h3>\n\n
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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! <\/span><\/p>\n <\/default:lineargradient><\/default:defs><\/default:lineargradient><\/default:defs><\/default:lineargradient><\/default:defs><\/default:svg>$6.45 recipe \/ $1.61 serving<\/span>I think you\u2019re going to love this Tuscan white bean pasta. It\u2019s quick, uses a lot of fresh ingredients, and the payoff is ridiculously filling and flavorful. It\u2019s packed with protein, veggies, and carbs, so it\u2019s the definition of a one-dish meal!<\/p>\n
3. Chicken Sausage White Bean Skillet<\/h3>\n\n
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This Chicken Sausage White Bean Skillet is a quick & easy one-skillet meal that\u2019s filling, budget-friendly and delicious!<\/span><\/p>\n <\/default:lineargradient><\/default:defs><\/default:lineargradient><\/default:defs><\/default:lineargradient><\/default:defs><\/default:svg>$8.69 recipe \/ $2.17 serving<\/span>This chicken sausage white bean skillet uses pre-cooked chicken sausage to save time and canned white beans to save money\u2014two of the best kinds of saving! Everything simmers together with broth and spices, then spinach gets wilted in at the end, and you\u2019re done in about 25 minutes.<\/p>\n
4. Italian Sausage White Bean Skillet<\/h3>\n\n
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It doesn\u2019t get easier than this high protein, high fiber, high FLAVOR Italian Sausage and White Bean Skillet!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/default:lineargradient><\/default:defs><\/default:lineargradient><\/default:defs><\/default:lineargradient><\/default:defs><\/default:svg>$6.26 recipe\/ $1.57 serving<\/span>Italian sausage works so well in this recipe because it\u2019s already packed with herbs and spices you\u2019d normally add one by one, so it basically seasons the whole skillet for you. This Italian sausage white bean skillet is so easy and <\/em>delicious!<\/p>\n5. Saucy White Beans with Spinach<\/h3>\n\n
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Saucy white beans with spinach is an easy and filling meal made with canned beans that you can throw together on busy weeknight.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/default:lineargradient><\/default:defs><\/default:lineargradient><\/default:defs><\/default:lineargradient><\/default:defs><\/default:svg>$5.69 recipe \/ $1.42 serving<\/span>Getting more greens onto my family\u2019s plates feels like a small personal victory, and this recipe makes it too<\/em> easy. These saucy white beans are an easy skillet meal with canned white beans, garlic, tomatoes, a few herbs, Parm, and fresh spinach. That\u2019s it!<\/p>\nSoups & Stews<\/h2>\n White beans make soups and stews feel creamy and hearty without much effort. These are the cozy, big-bowl recipes I love to make for my family.<\/p>\n
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Easy Rosemary Garlic White Bean Soup<\/span><\/h3>\n\n
This incredibly easy Rosemary Garlic White Bean Soup takes only eight simple ingredients to deliver a bowl full of rich, bold flavor.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/default:lineargradient><\/default:defs><\/default:lineargradient><\/default:defs><\/default:lineargradient><\/default:defs><\/default:svg>$3.80 recipe \/ $0.95 serving<\/span>This white bean soup is FAST comfort. You only need 30 minutes and 8 simple ingredients to make 4 hearty servings. It\u2019s a ridiculously cozy, creamy soup, and is rosemary-garlic-forward in the best way.<\/p>\n
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This Slow Cooker White Bean Soup practically makes itself! Just throw everything into the pot and press go for a thick, flavorful, and filling vegan soup. <\/span><\/p>\n <\/default:lineargradient><\/default:defs><\/default:lineargradient><\/default:defs><\/default:lineargradient><\/default:defs><\/default:svg>$3.36 recipe \/ $0.56 serving<\/span>I love dried beans, but I don\u2019t always love the prep that goes into them. But not with this slow cooker white bean soup! There\u2019s no<\/em> need to pre-soak the beans. You toss everything in the slow cooker, hit \u201cgo,\u201d and later you\u2019ve got a thick, filling soup that tastes like you were productive on purpose. It also freezes well!<\/p>\n8. Shrimp and White Bean Stew<\/h3>\n
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