Best 5 Whole Wheat Pasta With Kale And Fontina Recipes
When it comes to weeknight dinners, the less hands-on time, the better. That's where this quick and easy pasta dish comes in. Whole wheat pasta is tossed with sautéed kale and wilted greens, then coated in a rich fontina cheese sauce. The best part? It's ready in just 30 minutes and perfect when you're craving a comforting and healthy meal.
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WHOLE-WHEAT PASTA WITH KALE
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Pasta and Grains
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium-low heat, turning occasionally, until browned and crisp, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer with a slotted spoon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain, reserving fat in skillet.
- Cook garlic in same skillet over medium heat until golden, stirring frequently, 2 minutes. Add half the kale; cook, tossing until just wilted, 2 minutes. Add remaining kale, and season with salt and pepper; cook, tossing until all the kale has wilted, 2 minutes. Add chicken broth, and simmer until kale is tender, about 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente, according to package instructions. Drain, reserving 1 cup cooking water. Return pasta to pot. Add kale and fontina; toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Add reserved cooking water as desired. Divide pasta among plates; top with more cheese and reserved bacon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 399 g, Fat 11 g, Protein 17 g
WHOLE-WHEAT PASTA WITH KALE AND FONTINA
A small amount of bacon infuses this simple dish with a rich smokiness. We used whole-wheat spaghetti to balance the distinct tastes of the kale and the Fontina.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Pork Recipes
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium-low heat, turning occasionally, until browned and crisp, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer with a slotted spoon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Pour off all but 3 tablespoons rendered fat.
- Cook garlic in same skillet over medium heat until golden, stirring frequently, 2 minutes. Add half the kale; cook, tossing until just wilted, 2 minutes. Add remaining kale, and season with salt and pepper; cook, tossing, until all kale has wilted, 2 minutes. Add broth; cover. Simmer until kale is tender, 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente, according to package instructions. Drain, reserving 1 cup cooking water. Return pasta to pot. Add kale and Fontina; toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Add reserved cooking water as desired. Divide pasta among plates; top with reserved bacon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 399 g, Fat 11 g, Protein 17 g
WHOLE WHEAT FUSILLI WITH KALE AND WALNUT PESTO PASTA
Provided by Katie Lee Biegel
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil and salt generously. Add the pasta and cook until al dente. Drain, reserving about 1 cup pasta water.
- Roughly chop some of the walnuts and set aside. Pulse the remaining walnuts and garlic together in a food processor, then add the arugula, kale, basil, cheese, lemon juice, sea salt and pepper and pulse to puree. With the motor running, slowly add the oil and process until smooth. The pesto can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
- Add the pesto to a large bowl. Add the hot pasta and toss to coat, adding a splash of pasta water to thin, if necessary. Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with more cheese, a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of chopped walnuts.
WHOLE-WHEAT TAGLIATELLE WITH CREAMY WHITE-BEAN AND KALE SAUCE
For a healthy, craveable dinner, try this creamy but dairy-free kale "pesto" that's made with cannellini beans, and go with whole-grain noodles to get the most nutrients from your pasta. Top with sliced almonds for a plant-based protein boost.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Pasta and Grains
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Spread almonds in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet and toast until fragrant and golden, 10 to 12 minutes.
- Heat oil in a large straight-sided skillet over medium-high. Add garlic and cook, stirring, until light golden, about 1 minute. Add kale and cook, tossing, until bright green, about 1 minute. Scrape mixture into a blender (reserve skillet). Add 1 cup water, beans, and lemon juice to blender; purée until smooth and creamy, about 1 minute. Season with salt.
- Meanwhile, cook pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, 1 minute less than package instructions. Drain.
- Pour blended kale sauce back into skillet and bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, stirring frequently. Add pasta and cook, tossing, until coated and sauce has thickened slightly, 1 to 2 minutes more. (If sauce thickens too much, add more water, 1 tablespoon at a time.) Season with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, combine cheese, parsley, toasted almonds, and lemon zest. Sprinkle half of cheese mixture over pasta and serve remainder on the side. Drizzle pasta with more oil and serve.
WHOLE WHEAT PASTA WITH LEMON KALE CHICKEN RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: whole wheat spaghetti, boneless, skinless chicken breast, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, red pepper flakes, curly kale, lemon zest, lemon juice, kosher salt, ground black pepper
Provided by Marie Telling
Categories Dinner
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Boil salted water and cook the pasta for 1 minute less than the time indicated on the package. When the pasta is finished cooking, reserve ¼ cup (60 ml) of pasta water.
- Meanwhile, heat two tablespoons of olive oil in a cast-iron skillet. Season cubed chicken with salt and pepper, add it to the skillet, and brown it on each side. Once cooked through - about 2 to 4 minutes - remove from skillet and reserve.
- Heat remaining three tablespoons of olive oil in skillet and add garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook until fragrant, about 1 minutes.
- Add kale, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and reserved pasta water. Cook until kale is tender, about 3 minutes.
- Add cooked chicken, and pasta. Stir to coat, and serve immediately.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 743 calories, Carbohydrate 65 grams, Fat 39 grams, Fiber 10 grams, Protein 39 grams, Sugar 7 grams
Tips:
- Choose the right pasta: Whole wheat pasta is a great option for this dish because it's high in fiber and has a nutty flavor. You can also use other types of pasta, such as penne or rotini.
- Prep the kale: Wash the kale thoroughly and remove the stems. Then, chop the kale into bite-sized pieces.
- Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package directions. Drain the pasta and set aside.
- Cook the vegetables: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened. Add the kale and cook until wilted.
- Make the sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together the milk, flour, salt, and pepper. Add the mixture to the skillet with the vegetables and cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce has thickened.
- Add the pasta and cheese: Add the cooked pasta and Fontina cheese to the skillet and stir to combine. Cook until the cheese has melted.
- Serve: Garnish with Parmesan cheese and serve immediately.
Conclusion:
This whole wheat pasta with kale and Fontina is a delicious and healthy meal that's perfect for a busy weeknight. It's packed with fiber, vitamins, and minerals, and it's also a good source of protein. Plus, it's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal that's also good for you, give this recipe a try!
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