Cannellini Beans, Spinach, Tomatoes And Pasta

Name: Cannellini Beans, Spinach, Tomatoes And Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 medium onion, chopped; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed with as much water squeezed out as possible (try putting it in a bowl or strainer and using a slotted spoon to push the water out); 3 (15 ounce) cans diced tomatoes; 2 (15 ounce) cans cannellini beans; 1/2 cup chicken broth; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon dried basil; 12 ounces whole wheat pasta, cooked. Penne works well

Servings: persons

1
Heat oil in 3-quart pan, add onions and cook over meduim heat till limp, but not browned.
2
Add garlic and stir until you can smell it, maybe a minute or two. It's key to prevent it from browning.
3
Add drained spinach and combine well with onion and garlic.
4
Stir in tomatoes.
5
Stir in one can beans with their liquid.
6
Liquify the rest of the beans with their liquid in a food processor, or mash with a potato masher in a bowl. Stir them into the rest of the dish.
7
Simmer for 5 minutes to thicken, making sure it doesn't stick.
8
Add chicken broth a little at a time until you get the thickness you like. It should be thick, but thin enough to coat pasta.
9
Stir in oregano and basil and season to taste with salt and pepper. Add more olive oil if desired.
10
Serve over hot pasta with grated Parmesan cheese. You can add a little heat with some red pepper flakes.

708

kcal

Calories

Fat

114

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 medium onion, chopped, 4 garlic cloves, minced, 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed with as much water squeezed out as possible (try putting it in a bowl or strainer and using a slotted spoon to push the water out), and more.

Yes, Cannellini Beans, Spinach, Tomatoes And 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!