Cast Iron Santa Maria Garden Skillet

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium zucchini, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1.5 tbsp Salted Perfection Santa Maria Select Blend
• 1 (15 oz) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
• 2 cups fresh spinach
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• Fresh basil or parsley, for serving

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven broiler to high. Place a 10-inch cast iron skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
2. Add the onion, bell pepper, and zucchini. Cook for about 6-8 minutes until they start to soften and get a little color.
3. Stir in the garlic, tomato paste, and the Salted Perfection Santa Maria Select Blend. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant—this wakes up those spices.
4. Pour in the diced tomatoes (juice and all) and the white beans. Stir well and let it simmer for 5 minutes to thicken slightly and marry the flavors.
5. Fold in the spinach and cook just until it wilts down into the sauce.
6. Turn off the burner. Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese evenly over the top of the mixture.
7. Place the skillet under the broiler for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown. Watch it closely so it doesn't burn.
8. Carefully remove from the oven, garnish with fresh herbs, and serve hot directly from the pan. DUNZO!