Fagioli All'Uccelletto
Fagioli All'Uccelletto is a hearty Italian bean dish featuring cannellini beans simmered with tomatoes, garlic, and sage, perfect for comforting meals and flavor lovers.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Combine olive oil, garlic cloves, and sage in a skillet and cook until the garlic is golden.
- Remove the garlic and add diced tomatoes to the skillet.
- Season with salt and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring often.
- Drain the cannellini beans and add them to the skillet.
- Let the mixture cook on medium heat for about 7 to 8 minutes.
- Before serving, sprinkle with freshly ground black pepper.
Tips & Substitutions
For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes for a bit of heat. If you don't have cannellini beans, great northern beans can be a suitable substitute. Fresh sage is preferred, but dried sage works too—just use less. To enhance the dish, you might add some chopped fresh spinach or kale towards the end of cooking.
Serving Suggestions
Fagioli All'Uccelletto is delicious served over a bed of creamy polenta or alongside crusty bread to soak up the sauce. It pairs beautifully with a fresh salad like Tortellini Salad With Pesto Dressing or a simple green salad drizzled with Sunny Italy Dressing for a complete meal.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, gently warm the dish in a skillet over medium heat, adding a splash of water or broth to prevent sticking. You can also microwave it in short intervals, stirring in between until heated through.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Fagioli All'Uccelletto contains roughly 524 calories, with 16g protein, 108g carbohydrates, and 12g fat. It is an excellent source of dietary fiber (110% of the Daily Value), iron (65% of the Daily Value), and vitamin C (62% of the Daily Value). Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 813mg per serving (35% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use dried beans instead of canned?
Yes, you can use dried cannellini beans. Soak them overnight and cook them until tender before adding them to the dish. This will enhance the flavor and texture, but it will increase the overall cooking time.
Is this dish suitable for vegans?
Absolutely! Fagioli All'Uccelletto is naturally vegan and made with wholesome ingredients like beans and tomatoes. It's a great option for anyone looking for delicious vegan recipes that are hearty and satisfying.
Can I freeze Fagioli All'Uccelletto?
Yes, this dish freezes well. Allow it to cool completely, then transfer it to a freezer-safe container. It can be stored for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating to enjoy it again.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).