Best Penne Pasta With Cannellini Beans And Escarole Recipes

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PENNE WITH TOMATOES & WHITE BEANS



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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

8 ounces uncooked penne pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) Italian diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1 package (10 ounces) fresh spinach, trimmed
1/4 cup sliced ripe olives
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

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.

PASTA E FAGIOLI: PENNE WITH BEANS AND ESCAROLE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
1 small onion, chopped
2 medium carrots, chopped
2 ribs celery, chopped
6 large sage leaves
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
4 garlic cloves
3 cups cooked borlotti beans
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper or 1/4 -1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 (13.5 ounce) box whole wheat medium pasta shells
1 head escarole, washed and leaves finely shredded (about 12 ounces)
1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup Sun-dried tomato pesto, optional

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium heat. Add onion, carrot and celery, cook until vegetables are slightly softened, 5 minutes. Add 1 cup water, season with salt and pepper, cover, cook until tender,10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, finely chop sage, thyme, and garlic together. Stir beans and chopped herbs mixture into vegetables
  • Cook pasta according to package directions, for 5 minutes. Add escarole, stir and cook, until shells are al dente, 1 to 2 minutes more. Drain.
  • Add pasta and escarole to the vegetables. Stir in 3/4 cup cheese, season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve with grated cheese and a dollup of tomato pesto if desired.

PENNE WITH CANNELLINI BEANS



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This is a quick, 5 ingredient recipe. It comes from Light and Tasty. You should definitely be using the Italian-style diced tomatoes that come already seasoned with herbs for flavor. If you use plain diced tomatoes, just add some herbs to your liking when putting this recipe together.

Provided by MsBindy

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 ounces uncooked penne pasta
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans Italian-style diced tomatoes
1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1 (10 ounce) package Baby Spinach, chopped
1/2 cup romano cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions.
  • In large saucepan, combine the tomatoes and beans, and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes.
  • Add spinach, cook and stir for 2 minutes, or until spinach is wilted.
  • Drain pasta, top with the tomato mixture. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 308.2, Fat 4.2, SaturatedFat 1.8, Cholesterol 8.9, Sodium 416.7, Carbohydrate 57.4, Fiber 12.4, Sugar 5.8, Protein 13.5

PENNE WITH CANNELLINI BEANS



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Just five ingredients are all you'll need for this meatless pasta created by Brenda Harrell of Joplin, Missouri. With spinach, beans and tomatoes, it's so filling you'll never miss the meat.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 ounces uncooked penne pasta
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) Italian diced tomatoes
1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1 package (10 ounces) fresh baby spinach, chopped
1/2 cup shredded Romano cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, bring tomatoes and beans to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. Add spinach; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until spinach is wilted. Drain pasta; top with tomato mixture. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 325 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 1056mg sodium, Carbohydrate 62g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

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