# Pasta with White Beans and Greens

A rustic Italian style pantry dinner: garlic, white beans, and kale tossed with pasta and lemon.

- **Time:** 25 min

- **Servings:** 4 servings

- **Difficulty:** Easy

## Ingredients

- 12 oz short pasta, like penne or fusilli

- 1 can (15 oz) white beans, drained

- 4 cups chopped kale

- 4 garlic cloves, minced

- 1/4 cup olive oil

- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes

- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

- 1 lemon, juiced

## Instructions

- Cook the pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain.

- Warm the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the garlic and red pepper flakes 1 minute.

- Add the kale and a splash of pasta water, cover, and cook 3 minutes until wilted.

- Stir in the white beans and pasta, tossing with enough pasta water to coat.

- Finish with lemon juice and parmesan, and serve.

**Tags:** [Budget Recipes](/recipes/#budget)

## More recipes to try

- [Hearty Bean Soup](/bean-soup/)
- [Rice and Beans](/rice-and-beans/)
- [Crispy Potato Hash](/potato-hash/)

## Frequently asked questions

### How long does it take to make Pasta with White Beans and Greens?

Pasta with White Beans and Greens takes about 25 min from start to finish, which makes it a great fit for busy weeknights.

### Can I meal prep Pasta with White Beans and Greens?

Yes. Cook Pasta with White Beans and Greens as written, let it cool completely, then store it in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave.

### What can I substitute in Pasta with White Beans and Greens?

You can swap the protein for a similar one, like turkey for chicken or chickpeas for white beans, and use whatever vegetables you have on hand. Keep the seasoning amounts the same so the flavor stays balanced.