Best 5 Pasta With Greens N Beans Recipes

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Pasta with greens and beans is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. This dish is packed with flavor and nutrients, making it a great option for a healthy and satisfying meal. Whether you prefer a light and simple preparation or a more robust and flavorful dish, there are many variations of pasta with greens and beans to suit your taste. With the right combination of ingredients and cooking techniques, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that will leave you feeling full and energized.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BEANS, GREENS, AND PASTA



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This is a hearty, rustic dish, which you can vary according to the ingredients you have on hand. It's an adaptation of a recipe from the Moosewood Restaurant Cooks at Home, to which I've added penne, but you could use your favorite chunky pasta. This dish is also one of the few in which I prefer whole-wheat pasta. Any white beans will do, such as great northern, cannellini, navy, or butter beans. Strongly flavored greens, such as escarole, endive, collard greens, etc., contrast nicely with the creamy blandness of the beans, the sourness of the lemon, and the spark of the pepper.

Provided by Podkayne

Categories     Penne

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups cooked whole wheat penne
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 bunch escarole, chopped into 1-inch pieces
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 cups white beans or 1 (15 1/2 ounce) can white beans
1/2 lemon, juice of

Steps:

  • If you need to, cook the pasta until al dente.
  • While the pasta cooks, sweat the garlic in the olive oil until it just starts to turn golden.
  • Add the red pepper and the chopped greens, and cook until the greens are wilted and bright green.
  • Add the beans and lemon juice and heat through, and remove from heat.
  • Add the cooked pasta and toss. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve topped with grated parmesean. (Omit this for a vegan preparation, of course.).

PASTA WITH GREENS N BEANS



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In East Rochester, New York, it takes Kathleen Majewski just minutes to get this fast and flavorful pasta combination on the table. "It's a snap to prepare when you brown the sausage while the noodles are cooking," she reports.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 ounces uncooked spiral pasta (3 cups)
1/2 pound bulk Italian sausage
1 small onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 bunch escarole or spinach, trimmed and coarsely chopped (about 4 cups)
1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup chicken broth
1/3 cup grated Parmesan or Romano cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook sausage, onion and garlic until sausage is no longer pink and onion is tender; drain. Stir in escarole, beans and broth. Cover and simmer for 6-8 minutes or until escarole is wilted and tender. Drain pasta; add to vegetable mixture. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 526mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

PASTA WITH GREENS N BEANS



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In East Rochester, New York, it takes Kathleen Majewski just minutes to get this fast and flavorful pasta combination on the table. 'It's a snap to prepare when you brown the sausage while the noodles are cooking,' she reports.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 ounces uncooked spiral pasta
½ pound bulk Italian sausage
1 small onion, chopped
2 garlic clove (blank)s garlic cloves, minced
1 bunch escarole or spinach, trimmed and coarsely chopped
1 (15 ounce) can white kidney or cannelini beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup chicken broth
⅓ cup grated Parmesan or Romano cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions.
  • Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook sausage, onion and garlic until sausage is no longer pink and onion is tender; drain. Stir in escarole, beans and broth. Cover and simmer for 6-8 minutes or until escarole is wilted and tender. Drain pasta; add to vegetable mixture. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 573.7 calories, Carbohydrate 68.9 g, Cholesterol 50.5 mg, Fat 21.6 g, Fiber 9.9 g, Protein 27.4 g, SaturatedFat 7.9 g, Sodium 835.5 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

GREENS 'N BEANS PASTA WITH ITALIAN SAUSAGE



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Like the restaurant dish, Greens and Beans, this recipe takes it to a new level by adding Italian sausage and pasta. This is an awesome tasting dish that takes me back to my Italian Grandmother's kitchen.

Provided by Marie

Categories     Penne

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 ounces pasta (I like Rotini or Penne)
2 tablespoons olive oil
16 ounces Italian sausage, removed from casing and crumbled
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 (15 ounce) package fresh escarole, chopped
1 cup chicken broth
1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in boiling salted water according to package directions until al dente.
  • Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat olive oil and saute sausage and garlic together until sausage is browned.
  • Stir in escarole and cook until wilted.
  • Stir in chicken broth, cover and simmer for about 10 minutes.
  • Add drained cooked pasta, beans and Parmesan cheese to skillet and stir over low heat for about 5 minutes until juices thicken.
  • Serve topped with additional grated Parmesan cheese.
  • Note: If you cannot find the escarole in a sack, use 1 bunch of fresh escarole, chopped.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 649.3, Fat 27.8, SaturatedFat 8.9, Cholesterol 46.8, Sodium 1126.7, Carbohydrate 67, Fiber 8.6, Sugar 2.3, Protein 32.2

PASTA WITH GREENS N BEANS



Pasta with Greens N Beans image

In East Rochester, New York, it takes Kathleen Majewski just minutes to get this fast and flavorful pasta combination on the table. 'It's a snap to prepare when you brown the sausage while the noodles are cooking,' she reports.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 ounces uncooked spiral pasta
½ pound bulk Italian sausage
1 small onion, chopped
2 garlic clove (blank)s garlic cloves, minced
1 bunch escarole or spinach, trimmed and coarsely chopped
1 (15 ounce) can white kidney or cannelini beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup chicken broth
⅓ cup grated Parmesan or Romano cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions.
  • Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook sausage, onion and garlic until sausage is no longer pink and onion is tender; drain. Stir in escarole, beans and broth. Cover and simmer for 6-8 minutes or until escarole is wilted and tender. Drain pasta; add to vegetable mixture. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 573.7 calories, Carbohydrate 68.9 g, Cholesterol 50.5 mg, Fat 21.6 g, Fiber 9.9 g, Protein 27.4 g, SaturatedFat 7.9 g, Sodium 835.5 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right greens: For this recipe, hearty greens like kale, collard greens, or Swiss chard work best. They can stand up to the heat of cooking and won't wilt too quickly.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking the greens, don't overcrowd the pan. This will prevent them from cooking evenly and will make them more likely to steam rather than sauté.
  • Use a big pot: When cooking the pasta, be sure to use a large pot of salted water. This will help the pasta cook evenly and prevent it from sticking together.
  • Reserve some pasta water: Before draining the pasta, reserve some of the pasta water. This water can be used to thin out the sauce or to add more flavor to the dish.
  • Season to taste: Be sure to season the dish to taste with salt, pepper, and other spices. This will help to bring out the flavors of the greens, beans, and pasta.

Conclusion:

This pasta with greens and beans is a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner. The combination of greens, beans, and pasta is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables, and the simple sauce is packed with flavor. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try.

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