Pasta with Pancetta, White Beans and Spinach Recipe kchurchill5

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   In a large saute pan, add 1 tablespoon of the olive oil and saute the pancetta until lightly brown.

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   Then add the onion, red pepper flakes and continue cooking until the onion is slightly soft and translucent.

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   Then add the beans, salt and pepper, wine and parsley.

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   Simmer 10-15 minutes.

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   The beans will naturally thicken the sauce.

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   While the beans cook, start cooking your pasta according to directions.

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   Now .. why both the beans and the pasta cook, lets make the spinach.

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   In a large skillet heat the 3 tablespoons olive oil and one tablespoon butter.

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   Add the garlic and then the spinach.

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    Cook until lightly wilted just a minute or so, dont cook it too long.

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    Then add the tomatoes, salt and pepper until heated through, just another minute or so.

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    Drain the pasta, (reserve a little of the water) and toss with the bean mixture, cheese, and the spinach mixture.

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    Add a little of the pasta water if you would like a little more sauce.

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    I also like to drizzle just a bit of good Olive oil the top.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.