Garlicky Spaghetti With Beans And Greens Recipe

Name: Garlicky Spaghetti With Beans And Greens
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces uncooked spaghetti; 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided; 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 2 tablespoons minced fresh garlic; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper; 2 cups grape tomatoes, halved; 1 (16-ounce) can cannellini beans or other white beans, rinsed and drained; 5 ounces arugula leaves; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1/2 cup (2 ounces) grated Parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

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Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat. Drain pasta in a colander over a bowl, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water. Place pasta in a small bowl. Add 1/4 teaspoon salt, tossing gently. Set aside, and keep warm.
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Return pan to medium heat. Add oil, garlic, and pepper; cook 2 minutes or until garlic is lightly browned, stirring occasionally. Stir in remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, tomatoes, and beans; cook 2 minutes. Add pasta; cook 4 minutes, stirring frequently. Add reserved pasta water and arugula, tossing gently to combine. Remove from heat. Stir in lemon juice and cheese. Serve immediately.
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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: 8 ounces uncooked spaghetti, 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided, 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoons minced fresh garlic, and more.

Yes, Garlicky Spaghetti With Beans And Greens 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.

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Garlicky Spaghetti With Beans And Greens

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