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Italian White Bean and Kale Pasta

17 min4 servings🍳 1 panPicky-eater safe bet: plain noodles$12.00450 cal · 17g protein

Ingredients

  • pasta1 lb
  • canned white beans2 cans
  • fresh kale½ bunch
  • canned diced tomatoes1 can
  • olive oil3 tbsp
  • garlic cloves4
  • red pepper flakes½ tsp
  • vegetable broth1 cup

Instructions

  1. 1

    Bring a large pot of salted water to boil and cook pasta until 2 minutes before al dente.

  2. 2

    Meanwhile, chop kale and mince garlic, then heat olive oil in another skillet over medium heat and sauté garlic and pepper flakes for 30 seconds.

  3. 3

    Add kale and cook for 2 minutes until wilted, then add drained white beans, tomatoes, and broth, and simmer for 5 minutes.

  4. 4

    Drain pasta and stir into the skillet with beans and kale, tossing for 1 minute until combined and pasta finishes cooking.

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