Broccoli Rabe, White Bean, And Fontina Pasta Recipe

Name: Broccoli Rabe, White Bean, And Fontina Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces whole wheat fusilli; 1 bunch broccoli rabe, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces or 8 cups Baby Spinach; 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth or 1 1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth; 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 (19 ounce) can cannellini beans, rinsed; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper; 1/2 cup shredded Fontina cheese; 2/3 cup toasted breadcrumb

Servings: persons

8 ounces whole wheat fusilli
1 bunch broccoli rabe, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces or 8 cups Baby Spinach
1 1/2 cups vegetable broth or 1 1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 (19 ounce) can cannellini beans, rinsed
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1/2 cup shredded Fontina cheese
2/3 cup toasted breadcrumb

1
Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
2
Add pasta and cook, stirring occasionally, according to package directions. Stir in broccoli rabe (or spinach) during the last 2 to 3 minutes.
3
Drain.
4
Dry the pot.
5
Whisk broth and flour in a small bowl until smooth.
6
Heat oil in the pot over medium-high heat. Add garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
7
Add the broth mixture and bring to a simmer, whisking constantly, until it thickens, 3 to 4 minutes.
8
Add beans, vinegar, salt and pepper and the pasta and broccoli rabe (or spinach).
9
Cook, stirring, until the mixture is heated through, about 1 minute.
10
Remove from the heat; add cheese, stirring until it melts. Serve immediately, topped with toasted bread crumbs, if desired.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces whole wheat fusilli, 1 bunch broccoli rabe, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces or 8 cups Baby Spinach, 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth or 1 1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth, 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, and more.

Yes, Broccoli Rabe, White Bean, And Fontina Pasta falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Broccoli Rabe, White Bean, And Fontina Pasta

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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