Wednesday, November 9, 2011

Pasta with Escarole and Cannellini Beans

Trying this one maybe tomorrow night!



1 lb. Barilla Linguine, pre-cooked (using whole wheat rotini)
½ head escarole, chopped
15 oz. cannellini beans, pre-cooked or canned
2-3 cloves garlic
¼ oz. salt, or to taste
¼ oz. black pepper, or to taste
¼ oz. red crushed pepper, or to taste
½ cup extra virgin olive oil
½ cup chicken stock
as needed for garnish, Grana Padano or Reggiano cheese
Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat. Saute garlic until golden; hold. Add escarole, spices and chicken stock. Sauté for 4-5 minutes, or until escarole begins to soften. Add pre-cooked cannellini beans and continue to sauté for 3 minutes. Add pre-cooked pasta; stir for 1 minute. Top with Grana Padano or Reggiano cheese and serve.