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Tuscan White Bean Pasta

Delicious Tuscan White Bean Pasta in Under 30 Minutes

This quick and flavorful Tuscan White Bean Pasta is a protein-packed meal ready in under 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz linguine or fettuccine Substitute with any long pasta like penne or bowtie.
For the Sauce
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil Can be replaced with any cooking oil.
  • 1 Tbsp butter Use vegetable oil or margarine for a dairy-free option.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Fresh is best.
  • 1 pint grape or cherry tomatoes Canned diced tomatoes can substitute.
  • 10 cranks freshly ground pepper Regular black pepper works as well.
  • 1/2 tsp salt Adjust based on taste.
  • 1/2 tsp dried basil Fresh basil or Italian seasoning can be used.
For the Protein
  • 1 15 oz can of cannellini beans Can swap with chickpeas or any white beans.
For the Greens
  • 4 oz baby spinach Fresh is preferred, but frozen can be used.
For the Finishing Touch
  • 3 oz shredded parmesan Can be replaced with nutritional yeast for a vegan option.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large skillet
  • Colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Fill a large pot with water, add a generous pinch of salt, and bring it to a rolling boil over high heat. Once boiling, add the pasta and cook according to package instructions, about 7-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. Mince the garlic. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-low heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute. Do not brown the garlic.
  3. Add halved tomatoes, salt, pepper, and dried basil to the skillet. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the tomatoes burst and release their juices.
  4. Stir in baby spinach and sauté for approximately 2 minutes until wilted.
  5. Rinse and drain the cannellini beans, then fold them into the skillet. Cook over low heat for about 3 minutes.
  6. Add the drained pasta to the skillet, tossing gently to combine all ingredients. Allow to absorb the flavors for about 1 minute.
  7. Remove from heat and serve, sprinkling with shredded parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For the best flavor, use fresh basil and taste the sauce before adding pasta.

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