Monday, June 10, 2013

Angel Hair Pasta with Beans and Greens

                                  

This lighter version of pasta
is my new favorite now-a-days.
It's a quick meal that's so
easy to prepare .
It's very versatile so pick
up your favorite greens
and type of beans and
give this a try .

1/2 box angel hair pasta
or  another spaghetti
2 cloves minced garlic
2 cups chicken broth
1/2 tsp Cayenne Pepper
or more if desired
1/2 bunch of  Escarole
or Swiss Chard,  thick
stems removed
1 can cannelini beans,drained
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp. olive oil
1/2 cup fresh parmesan cheese

.Cook pasta to Al Dente and drain in strainer.
 Pour chicken broth in the pan with garlic
 and cut escarole .
When greens wilts add the cayenne
 pepper and salt .
Put the pasta back in and reheat.
 Add olive oil.
Gently stir the beans and parmesan cheese
 in and serve.