sarina wells
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Tomato-spinach pasta

Base recipe: 4 servings · About 25 minutes

  1. Step 1Cook the pasta

    Cook pasta according to its package. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.

    Ingredients for this step

    • 12 ozwhole-wheat pasta
  2. Step 2Start the sauce

    Meanwhile, warm oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir garlic for 30 seconds, then add marinara and drained beans.

    Ingredients for this step

    • 1 tbspolive oil
    • 2 clovegarlic clovesPrep: minced
    • 2 cupmarinara sauce
    • 1 15-oz cancannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  3. Step 3Simmer and add spinach

    Simmer for 5-8 minutes until hot. Stir in spinach until wilted.

    Ingredients for this step

    • 2 cupmarinara sauce
    • 1 15-oz cancannellini beans, drained and rinsed
    • 5 ozbaby spinach
  4. Step 4Toss and finish

    Toss in pasta. Add reserved water a little at a time to loosen the sauce. Divide among four bowls and top with Parmesan.

    Ingredients for this step

    • 12 ozwhole-wheat pasta
    • 2 cupmarinara sauce
    • 5 ozbaby spinach
    • 1 15-oz cancannellini beans, drained and rinsed
    • 2 ozgrated Parmesan
Recipe notes & food safety

Keep the sauce mild; add extra seasoning individually.

About 15 minutes hands-on. Cooking times are estimates; kitchen testing is pending. Review labels, allergies and household needs. Keep raw ingredients separate and follow the recipe's temperature guidance. Serving and ingredient illustrations are AI-generated.