PASTA WITH BEANS, BROCCOLI & BACON

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This dish has got to be super-good, with these ingredients. What's not to love? Recipe & photo: Green Bean Delivery Co.

Provided by Ellen Bales

Categories     Pasta Sides

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 slice bacon, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch thick strips
2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil, plus more for serving
2 clove garlic, finely chopped
2 c rough-chopped broccoli florets
1/4 to 1/2 c chicken stock
1 c cooked cannellini beans
1/2 lb penne or rigatoni pasta
1/4 to 1/2 tsp dried red pepper flakes (optional)
salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1/4 c toasted bread crumbs
1/4 c freshly grated parmesan cheese, plus more for serving

Steps:

  • 1. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until it is brown and beginning to crisp, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove to a paper towel to drain. Pour most of the bacon fat from the pan, add the 2 Tbsp. olive oil, and warm over medium heat. Saute the garlic until soft, about 2 minutes.
  • 2. Add the broccoli and saute until coated and beginning to wilt. Add 1/4 cup of the chicken stock, stirring and scraping up browned bits from bottom of pan. Cover partially and cook, stirring occasionally, and adding more chicken stock if needed, for about 10 minutes, or until broccoli is tender.
  • 3. Cook the pasta in boiling salted water according to package directions, until it is al dente. Drain but don't rinse.
  • 4. When the broccoli is cooked, add pasta, beans, and reserved bacon. Add the red pepper flakes, if desired, and salt and pepper to taste. Toss well.
  • 5. Remove from heat; add bread crumbs and 1/4 cup Parmesan. Toss gently and serve in warmed bowls. Drizzle each bowl with olive oil, Parmesan and freshly ground pepper. Serve with some crusty bread and a lettuce salad.

Salma aktar
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Yum!


Rajunabiaraju Nabia
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This pasta dish was delicious! The beans and broccoli were cooked perfectly and the bacon added a nice smoky flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Khaled Hussain
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Meh.


The_after_life39
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Overall, this pasta dish was good. The beans and broccoli were cooked well, but the bacon was a bit overcooked. I would make it again, but I would adjust the cooking time of the bacon.


Tracy Allo Thompson
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This recipe was a bit too salty for my taste. I think I'll try it again with less bacon next time.


Dominic Effiong
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Not bad! I thought the flavors were a bit bland, so I added some extra garlic and Parmesan cheese. It was much better after that.


Duane McNally
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This pasta dish was a winner! The combination of beans, broccoli, bacon, and garlic was perfect. I added a bit of red pepper flakes for some extra heat, and it was delicious. Highly recommend!


Esha Rajpoot
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Great recipe! I made it exactly as written and it was delicious. The beans and broccoli were tender and the bacon was crispy. I will definitely be making this again.


Ifunanya Martha
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This dish was easy to make and so flavorful. The beans and broccoli were cooked perfectly and the bacon added a nice salty touch. I will definitely be making this again!


Sk Salami
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Amazing recipe! I used cannellini beans instead of kidney beans and it was still delicious. The bacon and broccoli added a nice smoky and earthy flavor.


Buddy Black
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Followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The beans and broccoli added a nice crunch and texture to the dish. Will definitely be making this again.


Beyonce Mashego
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This pasta dish was a hit with my family! The flavors of the beans, broccoli, bacon, and garlic blended perfectly. I added a bit of extra Parmesan cheese on top, and it was the perfect finishing touch.