Swiss Chard, Rotini, and Cannellini Beans in Parmesan Broth Recipe

Name: Swiss Chard, Rotini, and Cannellini Beans in Parmesan Broth
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1/2 cup minced shallots (1 whole bulb); 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes; 8 cups chicken stock; 1 sprig thyme; 8 ounces Parmesan rinds; 4 ounces rotini or fusilli; 5 ounces Swiss chard, stemmed and cut into 1-inch ribbons; 2 (15-ounce) cans cannellini beans, rinsed; Zest of 1 lemon; Sea salt; Freshly ground black pepper; Juice of 1 lemon; 2 to 4 ounces Parmesan, finely grated

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup minced shallots (1 whole bulb)
1/4 teaspoon chili flakes
8 cups chicken stock
1 sprig thyme
8 ounces Parmesan rinds
4 ounces rotini or fusilli
5 ounces Swiss chard, stemmed and cut into 1-inch ribbons
2 (15-ounce) cans cannellini beans, rinsed
Zest of 1 lemon
Sea salt
Freshly ground black pepper
Juice of 1 lemon
2 to 4 ounces Parmesan, finely grated

1
Place olive oil in a large pot and heat over medium-high heat.
2
Add the garlic, shallots, and chili flakes, and stir until the shallots are translucent and the garlic takes on a bit of color.
3
Add the stock, thyme, and Parmesan rinds.
4
Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low.
5
Cover the soup and simmer for 30 minutes, being sure to scrape the bits of cheese from the bottom of the pot every few minutes with a wooden spoon.
6
Feel free to eat the melty bits that stick to the spoon.
7
Turn heat to medium and bring back to a boil.
8
Add the pasta and cook until al dente.
9
Remove the remaining Parmesan rinds and discard (or nibble them, suck on them, give them to the dog).
10
Add the Swiss chard and beans.
11
Cover and allow to simmer for 10 more minutes.
12
Stir the lemon zest into the soup and add salt and pepper to taste.
13
Serve in bowls and garnish each with a fresh spritz of lemon juice and a fine dusting of the grated Parmesan.

1353

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

194

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 3 cloves garlic, minced, 1/2 cup minced shallots (1 whole bulb), 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes, and more.

Yes, Swiss Chard, Rotini, and Cannellini Beans in Parmesan Broth falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

Swiss Chard, Rotini, and Cannellini Beans in Parmesan Broth

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