Ingredients

  • 1 (10 oz.) bag spinach
  • 2 tsp. olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • pinch of red pepper flakes
  • 2 (14 1/2 oz.) cans Italian stewed tomatoes, chopped (undrained)
  • 1 tsp. dried basil
  • 1 tsp. dried oregano
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. pepper
  • 1 (15 1/2 oz.) can white beans, drained and rinsed
  • 10 oz. rigatoni or spiral pasta
  • 2 Tbsp. Parmesan cheese

Method

  • Chop spinach and set aside. In large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. When hot, add the garlic and red pepper flakes. Saut one minute.
  • Add the undrained tomatoes, basil, oregano, salt and pepper. Simmer 5 minutes. Stir in spinach and continue simmering for another minute. Add drained white beans and mix well. Keep warm. Cook pasta according to directions.
  • Mix pasta with sauce. Put into serving bowl.
  • Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.