Pasta, Greens And Beans With Or Without Sausage

Name: Pasta, Greens And Beans With Or Without Sausage
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound pasta I used orecchiette pasta; 12 ounces spicy Italian sausage sliced in half inch pieces, optional; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon chopped garlic; 1/2 cup sun dried tomatoes chopped; 1 bunch greens broccoli rabe, chopped and stalks removed, about 5 to 6 cups; 1 cup white wine vegetable broth can be substituted; 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar; 3 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 tablespoon sugar; 15 ounces white cannellini beans rinsed and drained; 1 tablespoon dried basil; 2 cups pasta water reserved; salt; pepper; Italian cheese Grated, for serving

Servings: persons

1 pound pasta I used orecchiette pasta
12 ounces spicy Italian sausage sliced in half inch pieces, optional
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
1/2 cup sun dried tomatoes chopped
1 bunch greens broccoli rabe, chopped and stalks removed, about 5 to 6 cups
1 cup white wine vegetable broth can be substituted
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon sugar
15 ounces white cannellini beans rinsed and drained
1 tablespoon dried basil
2 cups pasta water reserved
salt
pepper
Italian cheese Grated, for serving

1
Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted water al a dente according to package directions. Drain the pasta and keep warm. Reserve one to two cups of pasta water.
2
In the meantime, brown the sausage (if you want meat in your recipe) in a grill or frying pan and cook for about 10 minutes or until cooked through. Set the sausage aside.
3
In a large pot, heat the olive oil on medium heat and add the garlic, sun dried tomatoes and broccoli rabe. Cook for a few minutes or until the broccoli rabe is wilted. Add the wine, vinegar, tomato paste and sugar. Simmer on low for about 10 minutes until the veggies are cooked and the sauce thickens.
4
Add the pasta to the pot along with the beans and dried basil. Add one to two cups of the pasta water, stir and cook on low until everything is well blended.
5
Mix the cooked sausage into a big bowl with the desired amount of pasta depending on how many meat eaters you have. Use another bowl for the pasta without sausage. Add salt and crushed red pepper to taste. Serve with grated Italian cheese.

1142

kcal

Calories

Fat

206

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound pasta I used orecchiette pasta, 12 ounces spicy Italian sausage sliced in half inch pieces, optional, 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon chopped garlic, and more.

Yes, Pasta, Greens And Beans With Or Without Sausage 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!