Festive Pasta Recipe

Name: Festive Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Pasta & Noodles
Ingredients: 12 ounces whole wheat penne rigate; 1 green bell pepper, chopped; 1 red bell pepper, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 15 ounces red kidney beans, rinsed and drained; 1 teaspoon dried basil; 1 teaspoon dried chives; 1 teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon pepper; ¼ cup parmesan cheese, grated; 1 ½ cups fresh spinach, torn (3oz)

Servings: persons

12 ounces whole wheat penne rigate
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
15 ounces red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried chives
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
¼ cup parmesan cheese, grated
1 ½ cups fresh spinach, torn (3oz)

1
Prepare pasta according to package directions.
2
Drain and set aside.
3
In a large skillet, saute the bell peppers and garlic in the olive oil.
4
Stir in beans and cooked pasta.
5
Add basil, chives, salt and pepper; mix well.
6
Remove from heat and stir in the cheese.
7
Add spinach and toss to coat.
8
Serve warm Refrigerate any leftovers.

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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: 12 ounces whole wheat penne rigate, 1 green bell pepper, chopped, 1 red bell pepper, chopped, 2 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Festive 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.

Festive Pasta

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