Pennette Salad With Tuna and Green and Yellow Beans

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   In a large saute pan, heat 1/4 cup oil over medium heat.

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   Add in garlic and salt/pepper to taste; cook/stir with a wooden spoon, until garlic is lightly browned, about 3 minutes.

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   Using a slotted spoon, remove garlic and discard.

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   Add beans, wine and water; decrease heat to low.

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   Cover and cook until beans are half-cooked, about 3 minutes (or until your desired degree of doneness).

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   Transfer to a large bowl and let cool to room temperature.

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   Meanwhile, in a covered pasta pot over high heat, bring water to a rapid boil; add salt and pennette; cook, uncovered, until pasta is slightly more than al dente.

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   Drain; spread on a rimmed baking sheet and let cool for 5 minutes.

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   Add cooled pennette to bean mixture, including accumulated liquid.

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    Add remaining olive oil, tuna, and basil.

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    Using a wooden spoon, toss to break up the tuna and coat evenly.

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    Season to taste with salt and pepper.

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    Transfer to a large serving platter; serve immediately or refrigerate, covered.

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    Let stand at room temperature for up to 20 minutes to take the chill off before serving.

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    Variations--use all green or all yellow beans.

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    *May substitute penne or cut ziti for the pennette.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.