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Whole Grain Penne w/ Baby Spinach (RECIPE)

Serve this delicious pasta for a weeknight dinner or as a treat for you kids and family during the week.

By Jane S March 27, 2023

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Whole Grain Penne w/ Baby Spinach (RECIPE)

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces whole wheat penne, freshly cooked
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (Kasadrinos **FREE Bottle**)
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 4 large garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups canned unsalted chicken broth or vegetable stock
  • 1 15 1/2-ounce can low-sodium cannellini beans, rinsed and drained (optional)
  • 8 ounces fresh spinach
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 ounces grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

  • 1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne and cook 2 minutes less than the package instructions or until al dente.


  • 2. Heat olive oil in heavy large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and sauté until tender, about 10 minutes. Pour in chicken broth and simmer until liquid is reduced by half, about 4 minutes. 


  • 3. Add spinach by handfuls until wilted, then add cannellini beans and cook until beans are warmed through. Transfer spinach mixture to large bowl and add cooked pasta. Season pasta with pepper and crushed red pepper, if using; sprinkle with grated Parmesan and toss well. Serve warm.


Enjoy!!


Servings : 4 
Ready in : 10 Minutes
Course : Dinner, Lunch, Main Dish

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