Tuscan-Style Pasta With Cannellini

Name: Tuscan-Style Pasta With Cannellini
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 , 4 serving(s)
Ingredients: 1 lb ziti pasta or 1 lb penne pasta; 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil; 5 large garlic cloves, finely chopped; 1/4 lb curly escarole, sliced or 1 small bunch arugula; 1 (16 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed; 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice, undrained; 2/3 cup dry white wine; salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 1/4 cup fresh basil leaf, thinly sliced

Submitted by Chef #1365024

"Pasta is the perfect partner for nutrient-rich vegetables. High in fiber, this Tuscan-style pasta dish is gently tossed with a vegetable trio – fresh escarole and flavorful, canned cannellini beans and tomatoes."

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Ready In:: 25mins
Ingredients:: 9
Serves:: 4

ingredients

1 lb ziti pasta or 1 lb penne pasta
¹⁄₄ cup extra virgin olive oil
5 large garlic cloves, finely chopped
¹⁄₄ lb curly escarole, sliced or 1 small bunch arugula
1 (16 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice, undrained
²⁄₃ cup dry white wine
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
¹⁄₄ cup fresh basil leaf, thinly sliced

directions

Preparation:
Cook pasta according to the package directions.
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and cook until slightly browned (less than a minute). Add escarole; stirring occasionally until wilted, about 2 minutes.
Add beans, tomatoes with their juice and wine. Simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season to taste with salt and pepper; stir in basil and heat through.
Drain pasta and toss with the sauce.
Nutritional Information Per Serving:
Calories 690; Total fat 16g; Saturated fat 2.5g; Cholesterol 0mg; Sodium 320mg; Carbohydrate 110g; Fiber 11g; Protein 22g.