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Black Bean Pasta Casserole

Dec 4, 2020 No Comments

Black Bean Pasta Casserole is a cheesy and delicious Baked Pasta recipe.
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Cheesy Black Bean Pasta Casserole is a quick and extremely delicious diner recipe. Black Beans are cooked with an assortment of special spices and Pasta and finally, it is baked with Cheddar and Mozzarella Cheese on top and served with Tomato Ketchup.

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This is one of those extremely cheesy and indulging dinner recipes which you would love to serve on a long and tiring day.

This gets prepared extremely quickly and makes for a perfect meal which the whole family can enjoy!

Hand picking out a serving of casserole with beans strewn around

Hey friends! So, today I thought of taking a break from cooking all the cute Christmas desserts and I made this easy and cheesy Black Bean Pasta Casserole. And the results were beyond delicious.

Close up of black bean pasta casserole with cheesy strings

This Black Bean Pasta Casserole has a nutty taste because of the Black Beans, its got that typical Tex-Mex Flavors because of the assortment of special spices which I have used and it obviously so cheesy because of the combination of shredded Mozzarella and Cheddar Cheese.

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I love baking Casseroles for dinner. It's one of those recipes which I turn to when I am too tired to cook or just not interested to make dinner.

Have you tried my Baked Spaghetti Casserole or

my Baked Rigatoni with Ziti or

Baked Mac and Cheese or

Cauliflower Mac and Cheese or

Nacho Cheese Dorito Chicken Casserole or

Sweet Potato and Black Bean Casserole or

Tex Mex Black Eyed Peas and Rice Casserole?

Today was one of those days and I was caught up with my Dog. She was just not taking to food and had developed some health issues. However, I had to calm her down and then got her to take to food.

But after all of this. I was too tired to cook for the blog and then cook for my kids as well. So, I thought of making something that is easy, delicious, and cheesy, and then came this idea of making a Black Bean Pasta Casserole.

It's just like a Chili Cheese Pasta Casserole, however, I have not used Ground Beef nor Red Beans in this recipe. So, it's almost the same flavors as in a Chili, but with way less cooking time, loads of cheese, and obviously comforting!

Since I made a vegetarian version so I did not use Ground Beef. However, you should definitely use it if you're non-vegetarian.

It'll improve the taste of this dish so much and also make it so much more filling and nutritious.

Black Bean Pasta casserole served in a dish with the baking dish in the background

Ingredients I have used to make Black Bean Pasta Casserole

  • 8 oz Penne Pasta
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 medium-sized Red Onion chopped 
  • 8 oz Diced Canned Tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 15 oz Canned Black Beans
  • ½ teaspoon Taco Seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
  • ½ teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • ½ teaspoon Onion Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • ½ teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper
  • ½ teaspoon Granulated Sugar
  • ½ teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
  • ½ teaspoon Freshly Cracked Black Pepper
  • ¼ cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
  • ½ cup Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
  • Tomato Ketchup to serve optional
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How to make Black Bean Pasta Casserole

  • Cook the Pasta as per Package directions. Drain the water and keep it aside.
Cooking pasta in a red pot
  • Heat some Olive Oil in a Pan. As the oil shimmers, add the chopped Red onions and caramelize them over medium-low heat.
  • Add the diced Canned Tomatoes, canned Black Beans, and the Spices - Taco Seasoning, Cayenne Pepper, Ground Cumin, Onion Powder, Garlic Powder, Dried Oregano, Crushed Red Pepper, Granulated Sugar, Salt and freshly cracked Black Pepper. Toss the spices and the beans well.
a red pan with spices onions and tomato
  • Add the pasta and toss well.
Pasta added to the spice mix in the pan with a black spatula
  • Finally, transfer all of this to a greased baking dish.
Pasta kept in a baking dish
  • Top with Mozzarella Cheese and Cheddar Cheese. Bake this casserole for 30 minutes or until the cheese on top gets slightly brown.
A baking dish with cheese on top
  • Serve with some Parsley Flakes and Tomato Ketchup on top.
Baked black bean pasta on a white surface in a baking dish with black beans strewn around

How to make it ahead of time?

You can cook the Pasta along with the spices, onion, tomato, and beans. Cover it up tightly with an aluminum foil and place it in the refrigerator. This can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for 1 Week. Before baking, thaw it in the refrigerator overnight. Top with the cheese and bake for 5-10 more minutes.

Can you store Leftovers?

Of course, you can. You can store the leftovers in an oven-safe dish. Wrap it up tightly using an aluminum foil and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 1 week. Before reheating, remove the foil and then re-heat in the oven at full power until thoroughly heated through. If you want, you can add more shredded cheese and then bake this casserole for 5 min at 350F and avoid re-heating this.

Replacements:

  • For the Non-Vegetarian version, you can add 80/20 1 lb Ground Beef.
  • Add it into the pan before adding the onions and cook over medium-low heat for 3-4 minutes or until the Ground Beef gets cooked. Then continue with the rest of the recipe by adding the Chopped Onions, Tomatoes, Beans, and Spices.
  • You can use any variety of Pasta you have at home or love such as Rotini or Ziti or Elbow Macaroni Pasta
  • You can use Fire-Roasted Canned Tomatoes for better flavors
  • You can use White Onion in place of Red Onion.
  • You can garnish with some Parsley flakes and serve
  • In place of Cayenne Pepper, you can use Ground Paprika or Smoked Paprika.
  • You can replace Cheddar and Mozzarella Cheese with any Mexican cheese.
  • In case you do not like Mozarella use a combination of Monterey Jack and Cheddar Cheese.

So, this is all about Black Bean Pasta Casserole. I hope you liked this recipe. If you happen to make this recipe, then comment below and rate this recipe. Also, tag me with #recipemagik on Instagram.

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Black Bean Pasta Casserole

Black Bean Pasta Casserole is a cheesy and delicious Baked Pasta recipe.
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
no resting time required: 0 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 323kcal
Author: Surup

INGREDIENTS

  • 8 oz Penne Pasta or any Pasta of choice
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 medium sized Red Onion chopped (can use yellow onion as well)
  • 8 oz Diced Canned Tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust as per taste
  • 15 oz Canned Black Beans with juices
  • ½ teaspoon Taco Seasoning optional
  • ¼ teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
  • ½ teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • ½ teaspoon Onion Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • ½ teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
  • ½ teaspoon Granulated Sugar
  • ½ teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
  • ½ teaspoon Freshly Cracked Black Pepper
  • ¼ cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
  • ½ cup Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
  • Tomato Ketchup optional
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INSTRUCTIONS

  • Bring a pot of water to boil and cook the pasta until al dente. Drizzle some olive oil and salt and then cook the pasta. Drain the water and set aside once done.
    Cooking pasta in a red pot
  • In a Pan, heat some olive oil. As the oil shimmers, Throw in the chopped Red Onions and let it cook over low heat for 3 min. Now add the diced canned Tomatoes and cook it over medium-low heat for 2-3 minutes.
    Now, pour in the canned Black Beans and the spices - Cayenne Pepper, Ground Cumin, Taco Seasoning, Onion Powder, Garlic Powder, Dried Oregano, Crushed Red Pepper, Granulated Sugar, Salt to taste, and some freshly cracked Black Pepper.
    Toss to combine the spices. Cook for 5 min over medium high heat.
    a red pan with spices onions and tomato
  • Now add the cooked Pasta and toss well. Preheat the oven to 350F.
    Pasta added to the spice mix in the pan with a black spatula
  • Grease a 9x13 inch casserole baking dish with cooking spray or vegetable oil. Pour the cooked Pasta and beans into the dish.
    Add the shredded Mozzarella Cheese and Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese on the top. Bake this for 30 min or until the cheese gets slightly brown on the top.
    A baking dish with cheese on top
  • Take it out on a plate and serve with some Tomato Ketchup.
    Baked pasta in a baking dish with black beans spread around it

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Notes

  • For the Non-Vegetarian version, you can add 80/20 1 lb Ground Beef. 
  • Add it into the pan before adding the onions and cook over medium-low heat for 3-4 minutes or until the Ground Beef gets cooked. Then continue with the rest of the recipe by adding the Chopped Onions, Tomatoes, Beans, and Spices.

Replacements:

  • You can use any variety of Pasta you have at home or love such as Rotini or Ziti or Elbow Macaroni Pasta
  • You can use Fire-Roasted Canned Tomatoes for better flavors
  • You can use White Onion in place of Red Onion. 
  • You can garnish with some Parsley flakes and serve
  • In place of Cayenne Pepper, you can use Ground Paprika or Smoked Paprika.
  • You can replace Cheddar and Mozzarella Cheese with any Mexican cheese.
  • In case you do not like Mozarella use a combination of Monterey Jack and Cheddar Cheese. 

How to make it ahead of time?

You can cook the Pasta along with the spices, onion, tomato, and beans. Cover it up tightly with an aluminum foil and place it in the refrigerator. This can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for 1 Week. Before baking, thaw it in the refrigerator overnight. Top with the cheese and bake for 5-10 more minutes.

Can you store Leftovers?

Of course, you can. You can store the leftovers in an oven-safe dish. Wrap it up tightly using an aluminum foil and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 1 week. Before re-heating, remove the foil and then re-heat in the oven at full power until thoroughly heated through. If you want, you can add more shredded cheese and then bake this casserole for 5 min at 350F and avoid re-heating this. 

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Black Bean Pasta Casserole
Amount Per Serving
Calories 323 Calories from Fat 99
% Daily Value*
Fat 11g17%
Saturated Fat 5g31%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 5g
Cholesterol 20mg7%
Sodium 1501mg65%
Potassium 544mg16%
Carbohydrates 42g14%
Fiber 10g42%
Sugar 4g4%
Protein 16g32%
Vitamin A 396IU8%
Vitamin C 10mg12%
Calcium 213mg21%
Iron 4mg22%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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