PASTA WITH WHITE BEANS AND FRESH HERBS

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A great friend gave me this recipe many years ago and it is a dinner time staple at my house. Macaroni, parmesan cheese, fresh herbs, garlic and tomatoes make this dish a family favorite !

Provided by Angela Gray

Categories     Pasta

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 can(s) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 onion, diced
1 carrot, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley
2 tsp chopped fresh basil or 1/4 tsp. dried basil
1 tsp dried oregano
1/4 c olive oil, extra virgin
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
2 tsp sugar
1 can(s) 16 oz cannellini beans or white kidney beans, drained
1 can(s) garbanzo beans, drained (optional) i love them
8 oz macaroni or what small pasta you have on hand
2 Tbsp margarine
1/4 c parmesan cheese, shredded
garnish with fresh herbs

Steps:

  • 1. Drain tomatoes, reserving 1/4 cup liquid.
  • 2. Saute onion and next 5 ingredients in hot oil in a large skillet until onion is tender.
  • 3. Add tomatoes, reserved liquid, salt, pepper, and sugar.
  • 4. Cover, reduce heat and simmer for 10 min.
  • 5. Stir in beans; recover and simmer another 10 min.
  • 6. Toss cooked macaroni with butter:; top with bean mixture and sprinkle with parmesan cheese.
  • 7. Serve immediately with crusty French bread. Garnish as desired, I use fresh herbs.

Liam Calabaza
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Yum! This pasta dish is incredibly flavorful and satisfying. The white beans add a nice creaminess and the fresh herbs give it a vibrant taste. I will definitely be making this again!


indie Stephenson
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This is a fantastic recipe! The white beans and fresh herbs are a perfect match. I also love the addition of the lemon zest. It really takes the dish to the next level.


Fddd Ass
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I tried this recipe and it turned out great! The lemon zest really brightens up the dish. I also added some roasted red peppers for extra flavor.


Smoozy official
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This pasta is amazing! The white beans are creamy and the fresh herbs add a pop of flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Ma7m0uD 3Uf
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Delicious and healthy! The white beans and fresh herbs add a lot of flavor and texture to the dish. I also love that it's a one-pot meal, which makes cleanup a breeze.


Rondon Samuel
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I love this recipe! It's so simple, yet so flavorful. The white beans and fresh herbs are a perfect combination. I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Pandora 1476
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Easy to follow recipe and the end result was delicious! The white beans added a nice protein boost and the fresh herbs gave it a bright flavor. Will definitely make this again.


Akram Ghouri
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This pasta dish is a delight! The combination of white beans, fresh herbs, and lemon zest creates a vibrant and flavorful meal. I especially enjoyed the creamy texture of the beans, which paired perfectly with the al dente pasta. Overall, this recipe