Best 19 Pasta With Tomatoes And Beans Recipes

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Pasta with tomatoes and beans is a delicious and versatile dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a hearty and flavorful dish to impress your guests, there's a recipe out there that's perfect for you. In this article, we'll explore some of the most popular and delicious pasta with tomatoes and beans recipes, so you can find the perfect one for your next meal.

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

PASTA AND BEANS



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This recipe is so quick and has been in my Italian family for years!

Provided by JENNIFER75

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 ½ tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 onion, chopped
2 tomatoes, chopped
1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans
2 cups penne pasta
salt to taste

Steps:

  • In a medium size saucepan heat the olive oil. Saute onion until tender. Stir in tomatoes and entire can of beans. Let simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • Mix pasta with bean mixture and salt as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278.5 calories, Carbohydrate 46 g, Fat 6.4 g, Fiber 6.1 g, Protein 9.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 227.5 mg, Sugar 4 g

GREEK PASTA WITH TOMATOES AND WHITE BEANS



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An easy, quick, and tasty recipe. The flavors are wonderfully different as they are combined and meld together.

Provided by Joelene Craver

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Greek

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 (14.5 ounce) cans Italian-style diced tomatoes
1 (19 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
10 ounces fresh spinach, washed and chopped
8 ounces penne pasta
½ cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente.
  • Meanwhile, combine tomatoes and beans in a large non-stick skillet. Bring to a boil over medium high heat. Reduce heat, and simmer 10 minutes.
  • Add spinach to the sauce; cook for 2 minutes or until spinach wilts, stirring constantly.
  • Serve sauce over pasta, and sprinkle with feta.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 459.8 calories, Carbohydrate 79 g, Cholesterol 16.7 mg, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 11.5 g, Protein 23.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 592.8 mg, Sugar 8.3 g

PASTA, BEANS AND TOMATOES



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Many vegan dishes (like fruit salad and peanut butter and jelly) are already beloved, but the problem faced by many of us is in imagining less-traditional dishes that are interesting and not challenging. Here is a more creative option to try.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     dinner, easy, quick, pastas, main course

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 6

Penne pasta
Fresh or canned tomatoes
Canned or cooked white beans
Garlic
Olive oil
Basil

Steps:

  • Saute; a couple of cloves of chopped garlic in olive oil in a large, deep skillet over medium heat.
  • Add 2 cups of chopped fresh or canned tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes, or until saucy; add 1.5 cups canned white beans (or about 1 cup of cooked beans) and heat until bubbly.
  • Add a little more minced garlic, then a pound of cooked penne pasta.
  • Add fresh basil and a bit more oil and serve.

PASTA WITH TOMATOES AND BEANS



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This pasta is one reason I always keep a few cans of tomatoes and cannellinis in my pantry. Beans contribute protein to this pasta, which makes a great vegan dish if you serve it without the cheese.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, weekday, pastas, sauces and gravies, main course

Time 30m

Yield Serves four

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 14-ounce can chopped tomatoes, with juice
Pinch of sugar
Salt
freshly ground pepper
1 15-ounce can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
4 sage leaves or basil leaves, cut in slivers optional
3/4 pound pasta, any shape
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan (optional)

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
  • Meanwhile, heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet or saucepan. Add the onion. Cook, stirring, until tender, about five minutes. Add the garlic, and stir together until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the tomatoes with juice and a pinch of sugar. Raise the heat slightly, and cook, stirring, until the tomatoes are bubbling vigorously. Lower the heat to medium-low, and cook gently, stirring and mashing the tomatoes often with the back of your spoon until they have cooked down into a thick, fragrant sauce, 15 to 20 minutes. Stir in the beans and the herbs, and season to taste with salt and pepper. Keep warm.
  • When the pasta water comes to a boil, salt generously and add the pasta. Cook al dente, following the recommendations on the package but checking about a minute before the indicated time. When the pasta is just about done, check to see if the tomato sauce seems dry. If so, add up to 1/4 cup of the pasta water to the pan and stir. Drain the pasta, toss with the sauce and serve, passing the cheese for sprinkling.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 524, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 92 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 10 grams, Protein 20 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 738 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams

PENNE WITH ROASTED TOMATOES, GARLIC, AND WHITE BEANS



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Provided by Ellie Krieger

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 (1 1/2 cup) servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 large tomatoes, cut into wedges
4 cloves garlic, unpeeled
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1(15 ounce) can cannellini beans
1/2 pound penne pasta
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
  • Slice each tomato into 8 wedges and discard the seeds. Put the tomato wedges and garlic into a 9 by 13-inch roasting pan. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and sprinkle with salt and a few turns of pepper. Roast in the oven, uncovered, for 40 minutes.
  • Drain the beans into a large colander in the sink. Cook the pasta according to the directions on the package. Drain the pasta into the colander containing the beans, so the hot pasta water will warm the beans. Return drained pasta and beans to the pasta pot.
  • When the tomatoes are done, pick out the garlic cloves, squeeze the garlic out of the skin into a small bowl and mash with a fork. Pour the roasted tomatoes into the pasta pot, add the garlic, the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, the basil and additional salt and pepper, to taste. Toss to combine. Serve topped with the Parmesan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 461 calorie, Fat 9.4 grams, SaturatedFat 1.8 grams, Cholesterol 4 milligrams, Sodium 199 milligrams, Carbohydrate 77 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 19 grams

WHITE BEAN, TOMATO AND SAUSAGE ORECCHIETTE



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Provided by Katie Lee Biegel

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound orecchiette pasta
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound sweet Italian sausage, removed from casings
1 yellow onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, sliced
2 pints grape or pear tomatoes, quartered
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
One 15-ounce can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup grated Parmesan, plus additional for garnish
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, cut into chiffonade, plus additional for garnish

Steps:

  • Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the orecchiette according to package instructions.
  • Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sausage and cook, breaking it up with the back of a spoon, until it starts to brown, 4 to 5 minutes. Remove the sausage to a bowl with a slotted spoon, leaving all the oil in the skillet.
  • Add the onions to the oil and cook until they start to soften and turn translucent, about 2 minutes. Add the garlic to the skillet and cook, stirring, for 30 seconds. Add the tomatoes and red pepper flakes and cook, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes start to blister and split, about 4 minutes. Add salt and pepper.
  • Add the beans and return the sausage to the skillet. Cook until warmed through. Add the pasta and toss until it is completely coated. Add the Parmesan in batches, stirring to incorporate and letting it melt before more is added. Stir in the basil.
  • Plate the pasta and top with more Parmesan and basil. Serve immediately.

PASTA AND BEANS (PASTA E FAGIOLI)



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 42m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup olive oil
2 large cloves garlic, minced
1/8 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes
3 peeled plum tomatoes, crushed, from a can
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 1/2 to 3 cups cooked cannelloni beans, cooking water reserved
1 pound cooked ditalini pasta, cooking water reserved

Steps:

  • In a 3-quart saucepan, combine the oil, garlic, and hot pepper flakes over medium-low heat. As soon as the garlic begins to color, add the tomatoes and salt. With a wooden spoon, break up the larger pieces of tomato. Increase the heat slightly and sizzle for about 5 minutes. Stir in the cooked beans and enough bean water to cover. Bring to a boil, stirring frequently. Lower the heat and simmer gently for 5 minutes. Stir in the cooked pasta and simmer gently over medium heat for 2 minutes. Add reserved pasta water if necessary.

CANNELLINI BEANS, SPINACH, TOMATOES AND PASTA



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This is an easy-to-make, healthful and inexpensive meal for those cold, dark winter weeknights. It tastes much fancier than it is. You can do most of the prep and sauce cooking while you boil the water for the pasta. Nice weeknight multitasking.

Provided by CookTilDone

Categories     Penne

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed with as much water squeezed out as possible (try putting it in a bowl or strainer and using a slotted spoon to push the water out)
3 (15 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
2 (15 ounce) cans cannellini beans
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
12 ounces whole wheat pasta, cooked. Penne works well

Steps:

  • Heat oil in 3-quart pan, add onions and cook over meduim heat till limp, but not browned.
  • Add garlic and stir until you can smell it, maybe a minute or two. It's key to prevent it from browning.
  • Add drained spinach and combine well with onion and garlic.
  • Stir in tomatoes.
  • Stir in one can beans with their liquid.
  • Liquify the rest of the beans with their liquid in a food processor, or mash with a potato masher in a bowl. Stir them into the rest of the dish.
  • Simmer for 5 minutes to thicken, making sure it doesn't stick.
  • Add chicken broth a little at a time until you get the thickness you like. It should be thick, but thin enough to coat pasta.
  • Stir in oregano and basil and season to taste with salt and pepper. Add more olive oil if desired.
  • Serve over hot pasta with grated Parmesan cheese. You can add a little heat with some red pepper flakes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 809.4, Fat 13.3, SaturatedFat 2.2, Sodium 861.3, Carbohydrate 144.8, Fiber 20.6, Sugar 14.6, Protein 39.6

MEDITERRANEAN PENNE PASTA AND BEANS



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Beans cooked with tomatoes and spinach provide a perfect topping for your pasta dinner that's ready in 30 minutes - perfect if you love Mediterranean cuisine.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 oz. (1 3/4 cups) uncooked penne (tube-shaped pasta)
1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 (14.5-oz.) cans no-salt-added tomatoes, undrained, cut up
1 (15-oz.) can Old El Paso™ garbanzo beans or Progresso™ Chickpeas, drained, rinsed
1 1/2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon sugar
1 (10-oz.) pkg. prewashed fresh spinach, stems removed, chopped (about 8 cups)
2 oz. (1/2 cup) crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup sliced ripe olives

Steps:

  • Cook penne to desired doneness as directed on package. Drain; cover to keep warm.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil in large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat until hot. Add garlic; cook and stir 30 seconds. Add tomatoes, beans, Italian seasoning and sugar; mix well. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 10 minutes.
  • Add spinach; cook 3 minutes or until spinach wilts, stirring frequently.
  • To serve, arrange cooked penne on large serving platter. Top with tomato mixture. Sprinkle with cheese and olives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400, Carbohydrate 61 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 10 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 470 mg, Sugar 8 g

PASTA WITH TOMATOES



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Earlene Ertelt of Woodburn, Oregon found the recipe for Pasta with Tomatoes in the newspaper a few years ago and has used it frequently ever since. "My husband, Charles, and I are busy on our farm and with other activities, so quick and easy dishes like this one are very important to me," Earlene asserts.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 10m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 large tomatoes, chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried basil
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups hot cooked bow tie pasta or spaghetti
Fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

  • Combine the tomatoes, basil, garlic, salt and pepper. Serve over pasta. If desired, garnish with basil and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 610mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

PASTA WITH WHITE BEANS, PESTO AND SUN-DRIED TOMATOES



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Provided by Catherine Verilli

Categories     Bean     Pasta     Tomato     Dinner     Fall     Potluck     Bon Appétit     Maryland     Vegetarian     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 garlic clove, chopped
1/2 cup chopped drained oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/3 cup purchased pesto sauce
1 15-ounce can cannellini (white kidney beans), rinsed, drained
8 ounces gemelli pasta
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (about 1 ounce)

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in heavy medium saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic; sauté 2 minutes. Add tomatoes, wine and pesto; simmer over medium heat until reduced slightly, about 5 minutes. Add cannellini and stir until heated through.
  • Meanwhile, cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally. Drain pasta, reserving 1 cup cooking water.
  • Add pasta and cheese to sauce; toss to coat. Mix in enough reserved pasta water, 1/4 cup at a time, to moisten. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

TOMATO AND CANNELLINI BEAN PASTA



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I love pasta salads but am trying to steer away from ones that are dressed in mayo and this one from Super Food Ideas looks like a good one. Cooking time will depend on your pasta.

Provided by ImPat

Categories     Penne

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

350 g penne pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 zucchini (medium diced)
1 garlic clove (minced)
250 g cherry tomatoes (halved)
400 g cannellini beans (darined and rinsed)
2 teaspoons lemon rind (finely grated)
1/3 cup basil (fresh leaves shredded)
parmesan cheese (finely grated to serve)

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in a saucepan of boiling salted water, following packet directions, until tender and then drain.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil in a large, deep frying pan over medium heat and cook zucchini, stirring for 5 minutes or until just tender and then add garlic, cook for 30 seconds or until fragrant and then add tomatoes and cook, stirring for 2 to 3 minutes or until just starting to collapse.
  • Add pasta, beans and lemon rind and season with salt and pepper and toss to combine.
  • Divide between bowls and top with basil and parmesan and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 503.1, Fat 6.6, SaturatedFat 1, Sodium 456.1, Carbohydrate 98.1, Fiber 19.8, Sugar 7.7, Protein 16.5

HERBED SPAGHETTI WITH TOMATOES AND WHITE BEANS



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Parsley and lightly cooked tomatoes add brightness to this classic Italian pairing of pasta and white beans.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 ounces spaghetti
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
2 cups packed flat-leaf parsley leaves, plus more for serving
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice, plus 1 teaspoon grated zest
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
6 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
Pinch of red-pepper flakes
1 pound cherry tomatoes, halved
Freshly grated Parmesan, for serving

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in a large pot of salted water until al dente, 9 to 10 minutes. Add beans during last minute of cooking. Drain and return to pot, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water.
  • Meanwhile, combine parsley, lemon juice and zest, and 1 tablespoon oil in a food processor; pulse until finely chopped. In a large skillet, heat remaining oil over medium-high. Add garlic and red-pepper flakes; cook, stirring often, until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Add tomatoes, season with salt, and cook until tomatoes burst and thicken, adding a little pasta water until consistency is saucy.
  • Toss parsley mixture and remaining pasta water with pasta; season with salt and pepper. Serve, topped with tomato sauce and sprinkled with parsley and cheese.

TOMATOES AND BEANS



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This can serve as a side dish in place of potatoes or makes a great main course.

Provided by bfr610

Categories     Side Dish     Beans and Peas

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
2 (15 ounce) cans cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
½ teaspoon salt
1 ½ cups cherry tomatoes, halved and seeded
1 cup chicken broth
freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook garlic in the hot oil until golden, about 5 minutes. Stir beans into the oil; season with salt. Cook and stir the beans until hot, about 5 minutes. Stir tomatoes into the beans; cook and stir until the tomatoes soften, about 5 minutes more.
  • Pour broth over the beans mixture; stir. Cook the mixture at a simmer until the liquid reduced in volume by about half, about 15 minutes. Season with pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 308.9 calories, Carbohydrate 33.1 g, Cholesterol 1.5 mg, Fat 15.2 g, Fiber 8.8 g, Protein 9.1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 1023.4 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

GARLICKY BEEF & TOMATOES WITH PASTA



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We love this fast pasta dish of beef, tomatoes, spinach and white beans that easily feeds a hungry family. -Lisa Diffell, Corinth, Maine

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package (16 ounces) uncooked bow tie pasta
1 pound ground beef
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes with roasted garlic, undrained
1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until no longer pink, breaking into crumbles; drain. Sprinkle beef with salt. Stir in the remaining ingredients; heat through. Serve with pasta.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 501 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 441mg sodium, Carbohydrate 73g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

PENNE WITH TOMATOES & WHITE BEANS



Penne with Tomatoes & White Beans image

I learned how to make this dish from friends in Genoa, Italy, where they're known for creating tasty combinations of veggies, pasta and beans. You can sub feta cheese to give this a Greek twist. -Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 ounces uncooked penne pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) Italian diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1 package (10 ounces) fresh spinach, trimmed
1/4 cup sliced ripe olives
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic; cook and stir 1 minute. Add tomatoes and beans. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 5-7 minutes to allow flavors to blend., Add spinach, olives, salt and pepper; cook and stir over medium heat until spinach is wilted. Drain pasta; top with tomato mixture and cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 491 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 1505mg sodium, Carbohydrate 77g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

RAW TOMATO AND GREEN BEAN PASTA



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This quick and simple salad is a colorful, delicious and easy-to-transport alternative to pasta salad.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 9

Salt and pepper
3/4 pound orecchiette
1 pound green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 pound beefsteak tomatoes, diced medium
1 small garlic clove, mashed to a paste
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon red-wine vinegar
1 cup crumbled feta cheese (4 ounces)
1/2 cup fresh dill or mint

Steps:

  • In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta 3 minutes less than package instructions, then add beans and cook until just tender. Drain and return to pot.
  • Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine tomatoes, garlic, oil, and vinegar. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Add pasta, beans, and half the feta and herbs; toss to combine and season. Serve warm or at room temperature. Sprinkle with remaining feta and herbs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 592 g, Fat 23 g, Fiber 8 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 8 g

PASTA WITH SHELL BEANS AND TOMATOES



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Many cooks find working with fresh shell beans, so smooth and cool in your hands, to be unexpectedly satisfying. The pods may be tough, but the beans inside are tender and ready to cook, and they need not be skinned after removal from the pods. Once shelled, fresh beans require just 40 to 45 minutes of simmering. And in terms of nutrition, they have everything dried beans have to offer: lots of protein and fiber, calcium, iron, folic acid and potassium.At my local farmers' market, I've found large scarlet runner beans (they really are more purple than red, and some farmers call them purple runners); mottled pink-and-white cranberry beans (also known as borlotti, they come in the most beautiful pink pods); creamy, pale yellow cannelinis; and similar bean with pink markings called yellow Indian woman beans. Many are heirloom varieties and each is a little different, but they all have creamy textures and a wonderful fresh flavor. This is a very comforting pasta. I like to use large shells or tubes, which catch the beans and sauce.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, weekday, pastas, main course

Time 1h20m

Yield Serves four

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 to 1 1/4 pounds shell beans (about 1 3/4 to 2 cups)
1 small onion, halved
7 cups water
4 large garlic cloves, 2 crushed, 2 minced
A bouquet garni made with a few sprigs each of parsley and thyme, a sprig of sage, a Parmesan rind and a bay leaf
Salt to taste
2 pounds tomatoes
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Pinch of sugar
1 large basil sprig, plus a handful of fresh basil leaves, slivered
3/4 pound pasta, preferably large shells or tubes, or bow ties
Freshly grated Parmesan for serving

Steps:

  • Combine the beans, onion, water, the crushed garlic cloves, bouquet garni and salt to taste in a heavy saucepan or soup pot, and bring to a simmer. Cover and simmer 45 minutes, or until the beans are tender. Taste and adjust salt. Remove and discard the onion, the bouquet garni and the garlic cloves. Drain though a colander set over a bowl.
  • While the beans are cooking, bring a large pot of water to a boil and drop in the tomatoes. Blanch for 30 seconds, then transfer to a bowl of cold water. Drain, core and peel. Cut the tomatoes in half. Place a strainer over a bowl, and squeeze the seeds out of the tomatoes into the strainer. Press the seed pods against the strainer to extract as much juice as you can, and then discard the seeds. Chop the tomatoes.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy nonstick skillet over medium heat, and add the minced garlic. Cook, stirring until fragrant, about 30 seconds, and add the tomatoes, sugar, the basil sprig and salt to taste. Cook, stirring often, until the tomatoes have cooked down to a thick sauce and smell fragrant, about 15 to 20 minutes. Taste and adjust salt. Stir in 1/2 cup of the bean broth and mix together. Stir in the beans. Keep warm while you cook the pasta.
  • Bring the water back to a boil, salt generously and add the pasta. Cook al dente, until firm to the bite, following the timing instructions on the package. (Check the pasta a minute or two before the end of the suggested cooking time.) Drain the pasta and toss with the beans, tomatoes, and slivered basil. Serve with Parmesan on the side.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 468, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 82 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 17 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 1885 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams

PASTA WITH TOMATOES, GREEN BEANS & FETA



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Make and share this Pasta With Tomatoes, Green Beans & Feta recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dancer

Categories     Penne

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 lbs ripe tomatoes, seeded and diced
2 cloves garlic, minced or pressed
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste,plus
1 tablespoon salt, for pasta water
1 -2 tablespoon olive oil, to taste
1 -2 teaspoon balsamic vinegar, to taste (optional)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
1 tablespoon fresh basil or 1 tablespoon of fresh mint, slivered or chopped
2 ounces feta cheese, crumbled (about 1/2 cup)
3/4 lb pasta (fusilli, rigatoni, farfalle or penne)
1/2 lb green beans, trimmed and broken in half

Steps:

  • Start a large pot of water to boil with 1 tbsp.
  • salt.
  • While water heats, toss tomatoes with garlic, salt, pepper, oil, herbs and vinegar (if using) in a pasta bowl.
  • Add feta.
  • Let sit at room temperature 15 minutes or longer.
  • Taste and adjust seasonings.
  • Add pasta to boiling water.
  • Cook 5 minutes.
  • Add beans.
  • Keep cooking until pasta is al dente, firm to the bite (see cooking time on package).
  • Drain, toss with tomato mixture and serve.
  • The tomato mixture, without the herbs, can be made hours ahead.
  • Hold in or out of the refrigerator, but let it come to room temperature before adding herbs and tossing with cooked pasta.

Tips:

  • Use ripe, flavorful tomatoes: This is key to making a delicious sauce. If you can, use fresh tomatoes from your garden or a local farmer's market. Otherwise, look for canned whole tomatoes in a BPA-free can.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking the tomatoes, don't overcrowd the pan. This will prevent them from caramelizing and developing their full flavor.
  • Add some aromatics: A few cloves of garlic, a chopped onion, and a pinch of red pepper flakes will add depth of flavor to the sauce.
  • Use a good quality pasta: A good quality pasta will hold up better in the sauce and won't get mushy. Look for pasta made from 100% durum wheat.
  • Don't overcook the pasta: Pasta should be cooked al dente, or slightly firm to the bite. This will prevent it from becoming mushy in the sauce.

Conclusion:

Pasta with tomatoes and beans is a delicious, easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. With a few simple tips, you can make a sauce that is packed with flavor and perfectly complements the pasta and beans. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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