PASTA SHELLS WITH BEANS, GREENS, AND SAUSAGE

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From Weight Watchers Simply Delicious. Per 1 1/2 c. serving: 413 calories, 7 g fat, 15 mg cholesterol, 68 g carb, 7 g fiber, 20 g protein. 8 points.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Pasta Shells

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups small shell pasta
8 ounces sweet Italian sausage or 8 ounces hot Italian sausage
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons dried sage
1 (19 ounce) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
3 cups torn spinach leaves
2 cups low sodium chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
1/4 teaspoon pepper (or to taste)

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain.
  • Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat; add in the sausage; brown the sausage, breaking it apart with a spoon; drain browned sausage on a paper-towel lined plate.
  • Add garlic and sage to the same skillet; stir/saute for about 30 seconds or until fragrant.
  • Add in the beans, spinach, and broth; bring to a boil.
  • Lower heat and simmer about 5 minutes or until the spinach is just tender.
  • Add in drained pasta, sausage, salt, and pepper; simmer until well heated; adjust seasoning to taste.

Babu Kamrul
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I'm not a huge fan of sausage, so I used ground beef in this dish. It was still really tasty!


Arminda Paz
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This pasta dish is a great way to use up leftover beans and greens. It's also a very affordable meal.


Henry Chibuike
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I love that this dish is so versatile. I can use whatever beans, greens, and sausage I have on hand, and it always turns out great.


Ziya Khan
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This is a great recipe for a potluck or party. It's easy to make ahead of time, and it travels well.


Erin Trewavas
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I made this dish for my friends who are gluten-free, and they loved it! I used gluten-free pasta shells and it worked out perfectly.


Samiur Pk
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This pasta dish is a great way to get a healthy meal on the table in a short amount of time. It's perfect for busy weeknights.


Samr Khan
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The sausage is savory, the beans are hearty, and the greens are fresh and bright. It's a really well-balanced meal.


SIMPLY VENUS
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This recipe is a great base for customization. I've added different types of beans, greens, and sausage, and it's always turned out great. It's a really versatile dish.


Moti Raj Dhakal
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I added some chopped sun-dried tomatoes to this dish and it gave it a really nice flavor. I would definitely recommend trying this variation.


Triple X Josh
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I'm a vegetarian, so I used veggie sausage in this dish. It was still really tasty! The beans and greens made it a hearty and satisfying meal.


RESPECT KING
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This pasta dish is so easy to make, and it's so delicious. I love that I can use whatever beans and greens I have on hand. It's a great way to clean out my fridge!


James Andrews
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover beans and greens, and it's also a very affordable meal.


Reduyan Ahmed
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a crowd-pleasing dish.


pagol m10
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This pasta dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. The beans and greens are hidden in the sauce, so they're not as noticeable. My kids loved it!


Raju Pariyar
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I'm not a huge fan of beans, but I really enjoyed this dish. The sausage and greens balanced out the beans perfectly. I would definitely make this again.


Apple Core
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing! The pasta shells are cooked perfectly and the sauce is flavorful and hearty. I would recommend this dish to anyone looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Mr.ShEhBaZ AhMeD
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I made this dish last night and it was delicious! I used Italian sausage and kale, and added a little bit of red pepper flakes for some spice. It was a great way to use up some leftover beans and greens.


Ren Drake
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This pasta dish was a hit with my family! The sausage, beans, and greens came together perfectly, and the pasta shells held the sauce really well. I will definitely be making this again.