My husband made this dish for dinner last night. It was really easy and had a lot of flavor. It is perfect if you are looking for a quick and healthy vegetarian meal. It would be great in the summer cold.
Tuscan Kalamata Olive and White Bean Pasta
Makes 4 servings
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
6 oz uncooked rotini pasta
1 can (about 15 oz) navy beans
1 can (about 14 oz)diced tomatoes
1/2 cup pitted kalamata olives
1/2 cup packed spinach leaves
1/4 cup (1oz) pine nuts, toasted*
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
2 oz crumbed feta cheese with peppercorn
*To toast nuts,spread in shallow baking pan. Bake in preheated 350 oven 5-10 minutes until golden,stir frequently.
** If feta with peppercorn is unavailable, use plain feta and season pasta mixture with 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
1. Combine oil,garlic, salt and pepper flakes in small bowl; set aside.
2. Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, drain beans and tomatoes in colander. Pour pasta and cooking water over beans and tomatoes. Drain well. Transfer to large bowl. Add garlic mixture, olives, spinach, nut and basil. Toss gently to blend well. Top with feta.
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