Ingredients
Method
Preheat the oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Prepare the beans and sauce:
- Drain and rinse the beans to remove excess liquid.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the beans with the marinara sauce. Stir to coat the beans evenly.
Assemble the dish:
- Spread the bean and sauce mixture into a 2 1/2-quart casserole dish.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top. If using ricotta, dollop it throughout the dish before adding the shredded cheese.
Add toppings (optional):
- Customize your pizza beans with your favorite pizza toppings like pepperoni slices, cooked sausage, sliced red onions, banana peppers, or fresh basil.
Bake the pizza beans:
- Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbling and the cheese is melted and slightly golden.
Serve and enjoy:
- Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Pair with garlic bread, focaccia, or a crisp green salad for a complete meal.
Notes
- Customizations: Swap mozzarella with cheddar, Parmesan, or smoked provolone for different flavor profiles.
- Leftovers: Store leftover pizza beans in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Reheating: Warm leftovers in the microwave or oven until heated through. Pizza beans also make a delicious topping for garlic toast!
- Vegan Option: Use plant-based cheese and ensure your marinara sauce is vegan-friendly for a plant-based version.
- Freezing: Pizza beans can be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator and reheat before serving.