Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our irresistible pasta dish, where broccoli rabe's earthy bitterness harmonizes with the creamy richness of white beans and the nutty sharpness of Fontina cheese. Tossed in a luscious garlic-infused olive oil dressing, this pasta symphony is a delightful dance on your palate. Alongside this main attraction, discover a treasure trove of culinary delights, including a refreshing lemon-dressed arugula salad, a zesty salsa verde bursting with herbs, a classic Italian tomato sauce that captures the essence of simplicity, and a decadent chocolate mousse that will transport you to dessert heaven. Embark on this culinary journey and let your taste buds rejoice!
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BROCCOLI RABE, WHITE BEAN, AND FONTINA PASTA
According to Real Age, the source of this recipe: "With well over the RDA of vitamin C and vitamin A -- and a healthy dose of both iron and calcium -- what's not to love about this fiber-rich pasta dish?"
Provided by bluejay11702
Categories Beans
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
- Add pasta and cook, stirring occasionally, according to package directions. Stir in broccoli rabe (or spinach) during the last 2 to 3 minutes.
- Drain.
- Dry the pot.
- Whisk broth and flour in a small bowl until smooth.
- Heat oil in the pot over medium-high heat. Add garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add the broth mixture and bring to a simmer, whisking constantly, until it thickens, 3 to 4 minutes.
- Add beans, vinegar, salt and pepper and the pasta and broccoli rabe (or spinach).
- Cook, stirring, until the mixture is heated through, about 1 minute.
- Remove from the heat; add cheese, stirring until it melts. Serve immediately, topped with toasted bread crumbs, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 610.2, Fat 13.9, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 16.6, Sodium 702.2, Carbohydrate 96.9, Fiber 14.3, Sugar 3, Protein 28.8
BROCCOLI RABE, WHITE BEAN, AND FONTINA PASTA
Steps:
- 1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add pasta and cook, stirring occasionally, according to package directions. Stir in broccoli rabe (or spinach) during the last 2 to 3 minutes. Drain. Dry the pot. 2. Whisk broth and flour in a small bowl until smooth. Heat oil in the pot over medium-high heat. Add garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the broth mixture and bring to a simmer, whisking constantly, until it thickens, 3 to 4 minutes. Add beans, vinegar, salt and pepper and the pasta and broccoli rabe (or spinach). 3. Cook, stirring, until the mixture is heated through, about 1 minute. Remove from the heat; add cheese, stirring until it melts. Serve immediately, topped with toasted bread crumbs, if desired.
WHITE BEAN PICCATA PASTA WITH BROCCOLI
The bright lemon-caper sauce for which chicken piccata is known plays equally well with other proteins, like swordfish, or creamy white beans, and forms a glossy, tangy sauce well suited to pasta. Throw broccoli - or any another quick-cooking vegetable, like asparagus, broccoli rabe or peas - into the pasta's boiling water in the last few minutes, and you've effortlessly managed to squeeze a green into this vegetarian dinner.
Provided by Ali Slagle
Categories dinner, quick, weekday, pastas, main course
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Three minutes before the pasta is done, add the broccoli (the broccoli should be crisp-tender when the pasta is al dente). Reserve 1/2 cup pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta and broccoli.
- While the pasta cooks, make the sauce: In a large (12-inch) skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Add the shallot and a pinch of salt and stir until softened, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the white wine and cook until reduced by half, 1 to 2 minutes.
- Add 1/4 cup of the pasta water, the beans, capers and a pinch of salt, and simmer until saucy and slightly thickened, 1 to 2 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to medium, add the lemon juice, cooked pasta and broccoli, and stir until the pasta is coated in the sauce, adding pasta water as needed to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer to bowls, top with parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
ONE-POT PASTA WITH BROCCOLI RABE AND BACON
This pasta softens the bitterness of broccoli rabe with salty bacon and crunchy-sweet walnuts for a quick supper.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Pork Recipes
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package instructions. Add broccoli rabe 2 minutes before pasta is done cooking. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water and set aside; drain pasta mixture.
- Add bacon to pasta pot and cook over medium-high until some fat renders, 2 minutes. Add walnuts and cook until nuts are toasted and bacon is lightly browned and crisp, 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add pasta mixture; toss to combine, adding enough pasta water to create a thin sauce that coats pasta. To serve, season with salt and pepper and sprinkle with Parmesan.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 537 g, Fat 9 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 23 g
WHITE BEAN PRIMAVERA
Pasta primavera, the creamy, vegetable-heavy pasta dish popularized in the 1980s at Le Cirque, in New York, is a little too fussy for a busy weeknight, but this reimagined white bean version comes together in less than a half-hour. The simple beans and vegetables feel fancy in their robe of cream, Parmesan, lemon juice and mustard. The dish is best with fresh spring vegetables, and it's also very flexible: Substitute spinach for the peas, a handful of halved cherry tomatoes for the carrot, and sugar snap peas for the asparagus. Drained jarred artichoke hearts wouldn't be out of place, either.
Provided by Sarah DiGregorio
Categories dinner, lunch, weeknight, beans, main course, side dish
Time 25m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Melt the butter in a 12-inch skillet (preferably straight-sided) over medium-high heat. Add the zucchini and 1 teaspoon salt, and stir, then cook undisturbed in an even layer until one side is golden, about 4 minutes. (It's great if the butter browns, but decrease the heat if it threatens to get too dark.) Stir in the asparagus, carrot and garlic, and cook, stirring occasionally, until fragrant and softened, about 4 minutes. Stir in the peas, scallions and ½ teaspoon salt, then add the red-pepper flakes, oregano and a generous amount of black pepper. Cook, stirring, until the peas are warmed through and bright green, about 2 minutes.
- Add the white beans and the cream, lower the heat to medium, and let the cream come to a simmer. Simmer for about 1 minute.
- Turn off the heat and stir in the lemon juice, Parmesan and Dijon. Taste and season with more salt, pepper or lemon juice as needed. Add 1 or 2 tablespoons of warm water to the creamy beans to loosen as you like; the sauce will thicken as it cools. (You may need more water when you reheat any leftovers.) Serve in bowls topped with the nuts and a handful of basil leaves. Pass more Parmesan at the table.
Tips:
- Choose the right broccoli rabe: Look for broccoli rabe with dark green leaves and firm stems. Avoid any bunches that are wilted or have yellowing leaves.
- Prepare the broccoli rabe properly: Trim the ends of the broccoli rabe and remove any tough stems. Cut the broccoli rabe into 1-inch pieces.
- Cook the broccoli rabe until tender: Broccoli rabe should be cooked until it is tender but still has a slight crunch. Overcooked broccoli rabe will be mushy.
- Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients you use, the better your pasta dish will be. Use fresh vegetables, good quality cheese, and a flavorful pasta.
- Don't be afraid to experiment: There are many ways to make pasta with broccoli rabe. Feel free to experiment with different ingredients and flavors to find a recipe that you love.
Conclusion:
Pasta with broccoli rabe is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. It is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables and is also a good source of protein and fiber. With so many different variations, there is sure to be a recipe that everyone will enjoy. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give pasta with broccoli rabe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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