PASTA WITH BEANS, BROCCOLI & BACON

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This dish has got to be super-good, with these ingredients. What's not to love? Recipe & photo: Green Bean Delivery Co.

Provided by Ellen Bales

Categories     Pasta Sides

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 slice bacon, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch thick strips
2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil, plus more for serving
2 clove garlic, finely chopped
2 c rough-chopped broccoli florets
1/4 to 1/2 c chicken stock
1 c cooked cannellini beans
1/2 lb penne or rigatoni pasta
1/4 to 1/2 tsp dried red pepper flakes (optional)
salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1/4 c toasted bread crumbs
1/4 c freshly grated parmesan cheese, plus more for serving

Steps:

  • 1. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until it is brown and beginning to crisp, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove to a paper towel to drain. Pour most of the bacon fat from the pan, add the 2 Tbsp. olive oil, and warm over medium heat. Saute the garlic until soft, about 2 minutes.
  • 2. Add the broccoli and saute until coated and beginning to wilt. Add 1/4 cup of the chicken stock, stirring and scraping up browned bits from bottom of pan. Cover partially and cook, stirring occasionally, and adding more chicken stock if needed, for about 10 minutes, or until broccoli is tender.
  • 3. Cook the pasta in boiling salted water according to package directions, until it is al dente. Drain but don't rinse.
  • 4. When the broccoli is cooked, add pasta, beans, and reserved bacon. Add the red pepper flakes, if desired, and salt and pepper to taste. Toss well.
  • 5. Remove from heat; add bread crumbs and 1/4 cup Parmesan. Toss gently and serve in warmed bowls. Drizzle each bowl with olive oil, Parmesan and freshly ground pepper. Serve with some crusty bread and a lettuce salad.

Mahi Shaikh
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This pasta dish is perfect for a potluck or a party.


arif hussain
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I love the way the bacon adds a smoky flavor to this dish.


Van Kaliija Gyan
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This pasta dish is a great way to use up leftover pasta.


Gull yt
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I've made this pasta dish several times and it's always a hit with my guests.


Tushar Raj
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Samson Banda
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I'm not a big fan of beans, but I really enjoyed this pasta dish.


Mbandayevi Pinehas
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This pasta dish is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Moliginiyan99
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I love the way the beans and broccoli add a pop of color to this dish.


Nabeel Nagra
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This recipe is a little time-consuming, but it's worth it. The end result is a delicious and hearty meal.


Rizwan Ansari
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I'm a vegetarian so I used tofu instead of bacon. It was still delicious!


Sophie Campbell
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This pasta dish is a great way to use up leftover beans and broccoli.


Dem the Purr
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a big hit. Everyone loved it!


Garvel Pearl
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect. I love the combination of flavors and textures.


Joslyn Mckenzie
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This recipe was a little bland for my taste. I added some extra garlic and red pepper flakes to give it more flavor.


Sunina
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I've made this pasta dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Ibrar Huzaifa
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This is one of my favorite pasta recipes. It's so simple to make and always turns out great.


Sajid Shmail
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I'm not a big fan of broccoli, but I really enjoyed this pasta dish. The beans and bacon added a lot of flavor.


Paty Delgado
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I made this recipe last night and it was so easy to follow. The flavors were amazing and my husband loved it.


Chiamaka Onodugo
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This pasta dish was a hit with my family! The combination of beans, broccoli, bacon, and pasta was delicious and satisfying.