Pasta with Beans and Greens

(from michaelsrobin’s recipe box)

Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 16 minutes
Serves 4 people

Categories: Sides

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces uncooked bow tie pasta
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 (6-ounce) package sliced fresh mushrooms
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 4 cups chopped fresh kale or spinach (about 6 ounces)
  • 1 chicken broth
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 (15-ounce) can great Northern beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Directions

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat; drain. Place pasta in a large bowl; set aside.

  2. Saute onion and mushrooms in hot oil in a large skillet over medium heat 5 minutes. Add kale and next 4 ingredients; cook, stirring often, 15 minutes or until kale is tender. Add beans, and cook 1 minute.

  3. Add bean mixture to pasta; toss gently. Sprinkle with cheese.

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