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Easy Cheesy Pizza Beans

This comforting dish combines creamy white beans with a rich tomato sauce and bubbly mozzarella for a meal that tastes just like a slice of pizza.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 American· July 14, 2026
Easy Cheesy Pizza Beans
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Prep
10 minutes
Cook
20 minutes
Total
30 minutes
Serves
4

Pizza beans are one of my favorite quick meals when I want something hearty and warm. It has all the savory flavors of baked ziti but uses pantry staples like canned beans to keep things simple and fast. It is a fantastic option for busy weeknights when you need dinner on the table in a hurry.

I love adding a handful of fresh spinach to mine for a little extra color and nutrition. You can serve this with a side of crusty bread to soak up all that delicious tomato sauce. It is truly a crowd pleaser that feels like a treat.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 cans (15 ounces each) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup marinara sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Fresh basil for garnish

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.

  2. 2

    Heat the olive oil in a large oven safe skillet over medium heat.

  3. 3

    Add the onion and cook for about five minutes until it is soft and translucent.

  4. 4

    Stir in the garlic and tomato paste and cook for another minute until fragrant.

  5. 5

    Add the white beans, marinara sauce, oregano, and red pepper flakes, then stir to combine everything well.

  6. 6

    Let the sauce simmer for five minutes, then stir in the spinach until it just begins to wilt.

  7. 7

    Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle the mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.

  8. 8

    Place the skillet in the oven and bake for 10 to 15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbling.

  9. 9

    Remove carefully from the oven, garnish with fresh basil, and serve warm.

💡 Tips

These beans are best served warm straight from the oven. You can store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days and reheat them in the microwave or oven.

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