When it comes to a delightful and wholesome dish, pasta with white beans, tomatoes, and escarole stands out as a culinary gem. This delectable combination of flavors and textures is a testament to the vibrant diversity of Italian cuisine. With its humble origins in rustic kitchens, this dish has evolved into a beloved classic, capturing the essence of Italian simplicity and culinary excellence. Join us as we embark on a culinary journey to discover the secrets behind crafting the perfect pasta with white beans, tomatoes, and escarole.
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PASTA WITH CREAMY WHITE BEANS
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Season well with salt. Add the pasta and cook for 3 minutes less than indicated in the package directions, about 7 minutes. Drain well reserving 1/2 cup pasta water.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add the oil, carrot and onion to the skillet. Season with 1 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring often, until fragrant and beginning to soften, about 3 minutes. Add the pepper flakes and thyme and cook another minute. Stir in the drained beans and chicken broth. Reduce the heat to medium to maintain a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Use the back of a spoon to gently mash some of the beans. Set aside.
- Add the cooked pasta to the sauce. Sprinkle the grated cheese over the pasta and toss to coat well. Stir in the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and add the 1/2 cup pasta water as needed to maintain a creamy, broth-like sauce. Sprinkle in the spinach and cook until wilted.
PASTA WITH WHITE BEANS, TOMATOES, AND ESCAROLE
Steps:
- In a kettle combine the beans with enough cold water to cover them by 2-inches and simmer them, covered, for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, or until they are tender. Drain the beans in a colander set over a bowl and reserve the cooking liquid. In a large deep skillet cook the onion, the garlic, the sage, the rosemary, the thyme, the red pepper flakes, and salt and pepper to taste in the oil over moderately low heat, stirring, until the onion is softened, add the escarole in 2 batches, and cook each batch, stirring, for 2 minutes, or until the escarole is wilted. Add the wine and simmer the mixture for 3 minutes. In a blender or food processor purée 1 1/2 cups of the cooked beans with 2 cups of the reserved cooking liquid and add to the skillet with the remaining beans, the tomatoes with the reserved juice, and salt and pepper to taste. Simmer the sauce, uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes, or until it is thickened slightly, and stir in the parsley. In a kettle of boiling salted water cook the fusilli until it is al dente, drain it well, and in a large bowl toss it with the sauce and the Parmesan.
- To quick-soak dried beans:
- In a colander rinse the beans under cold water and discard any discolored ones. In a kettle combine the beans with enough cold water to cover them by 2 inches, bring the water to a boil, and boil the beans for 2 minutes. Remove the kettle from the heat and let the beans soak, covered, for 1 hour.
PASTA WITH ESCAROLE, WHITE BEANS AND CHICKEN SAUSAGE
Provided by Ellie Krieger
Categories main-dish
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings (serving size 2 cups)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cook the pasta according to the directions on the package.
- Heat the oil over a medium heat in a large, deep saute pan or 8-quart stockpot.
- Saute the onion until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook an additional 1 minute. Stir in the sausage and cook until heated through and browned, about 4 minutes. Add the escarole and cook until wilted, about 3 to 4 minutes.
- Add the beans, 1 cup of chicken stock, sage and red pepper flakes and simmer until the mixture is heated through and liquid is slightly reduced.
- Add the sausage-bean mixture to pasta and toss well, loosening with the additional 1/2 cup chicken stock if necessary. Season with freshly ground pepper and salt, to taste.
- Divide among 4 pasta bowls and top with Parmesan cheese.
RAVIOLI WITH TOMATOES, WHITE BEANS, AND ESCAROLE
Spinach (my preference) can be used in place of escarole. This is a quick recipe from Health Magazine.
Provided by Vino Girl
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package instructions, omitting fat and salt if the directions say to use them.
- Combine beans, tomatoes, basil, oregano, and red pepper in a large saucepan.
- Bring to a boil; stir in greens.
- Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 3 minutes or until the greens are wilted.
- Stir in pasta and water; cook one minute or until heated through.
- Sprinkle with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 129.8, Fat 0.7, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 23.9, Carbohydrate 24.1, Fiber 9.5, Sugar 2.9, Protein 8.8
PASTA E FAGIOLI WITH ESCAROLE
Parmesan rind and a kitchen sink's worth of aromatics give heady flavor to this classic pairing of beans and pasta, no meat required.
Provided by Chris Morocco
Categories Bon Appétit Soup/Stew Vegetarian Pasta Bean Escarole Parmesan Tomato Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Dinner
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Bring beans, Parmesan rind, carrots, celery, head of garlic, parsley, rosemary, bay leaves, chiles, and 2 quarts water to a boil in a medium pot. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer, adding more water as needed, until beans are tender, about 1 1/2 hours. Season with salt and pepper, remove from heat, and let sit 30 minutes. Discard vegetables, rind, and herbs.
- Meanwhile, heat 3 Tbsp. oil in a large pot over medium. Cook onion and chopped garlic, stirring occasionally, until softened, 8-10 minutes. Add tomatoes, crushing with your hands, and cook, stirring often, until liquid is almost completely reduced, 12-15 minutes. Add wine, bring to a boil, and cook until almost completely evaporated, about 5 minutes.
- Add beans and their liquid; cook until flavors meld, 12-15 minutes. Add pasta; cook, stirring and adding more water as needed, until al dente, 15-20 minutes. Add escarole and cook until wilted, about 1 minute; season with salt and pepper. Serve soup drizzled with oil and topped with Parmesan and more chile.
PASTA WITH SAUSAGE, WHITE BEANS AND ESCAROLE
A wonderful Tuscan style one dish meal that is so reminiscent of our stay in the old walled village of Antinori outside of Florence..
Provided by Lorac
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 45m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat 10 minutes, remove and slice into 1 inch chunks.
- Add onions, garlic and escarole to the skillet and cook until the escarole is wilted.
- Add broths, sausage and cannelini beans and simmer 15 minutes.
- Stir in cheese and mix with hot pasta.
PENNE WITH TOMATOES & WHITE BEANS
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
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.
PENNE PASTA WITH CANNELLINI BEANS AND ESCAROLE
This is a great pasta dish. The hardest part of the whole recipe is cutting the escarole. It is fast, simple, and delicious! What more could you ask for? With a loaf of Italian bread it goes a long way. Enjoy!
Provided by Renee Trivelli Milillo
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil, and cook the penne pasta 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook and stir the escarole, cannellini beans and liquid, and diced tomatoes with garlic and onion until heated through. Season with salt and pepper. Toss with the cooked pasta to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 310.3 calories, Carbohydrate 60.1 g, Fat 2 g, Fiber 7.5 g, Protein 13.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 267.5 mg, Sugar 3.6 g
GREEK PASTA WITH TOMATOES AND WHITE BEANS
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
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
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh escarole. If you can't find escarole, you can substitute another leafy green, such as kale or Swiss chard.
- To save time, you can use canned beans instead of dried beans. Just be sure to rinse them well before using.
- If you don't have any white wine, you can use chicken broth or vegetable broth instead.
- To make the dish more spicy, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- Serve the pasta with a side of crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
Conclusion:
This pasta dish is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The combination of beans, tomatoes, and escarole is flavorful and satisfying, and the white wine adds a touch of sophistication. You can customize the dish to your own liking by adding different spices or vegetables. Serve with a side of crusty bread and a glass of wine for a complete meal.
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