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Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 (374g) Recipe makes 5 servings
Calories 424
Calories from Fat 70		(16%)
Amount Per Serving		%DV
	Total Fat 7.8g	12%
	Saturated Fat 4.2g	20%
	Monounsaturated Fat 2.1g
	Polyunsaturated Fat 0.9g
	Trans Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 23mg		7%
Sodium 680mg		28%
Potassium 1360mg		38%
Total Carbohydrate 70.7g		23%
	Dietary Fiber 13.9g	55%
	Sugars 6.8g
Protein 21.8g		43%
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Penne With Cannellini Beans

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By: Ms*Bindy
Jan 19, 2006

This is a quick, 5 ingredient recipe. It comes from Light and Tasty. You should definitely be using the Italian-style diced tomatoes that come already seasoned with herbs for flavor. If you use plain diced tomatoes, just add some herbs to your liking when putting this recipe together.

SERVES 5 (change servings and units)

Ingredients

8 ounces uncooked penne pasta
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans Italian-style diced tomatoes
1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1 (10 ounce) package baby spinach, chopped
1/2 cup romano cheese, shredded

Directions

1
Cook pasta according to package directions.
2
In large saucepan, combine the tomatoes and beans, and bring to a boil.
3
Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes.
4
Add spinach, cook and stir for 2 minutes, or until spinach is wilted.
5
Drain pasta, top with the tomato mixture. Sprinkle with cheese.

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From: laugh2survive

On Nov 4, 2009

I LOVED it, but DH wasn't so impressed. He wanted lots of extra cheese to load on top and more salt. But... he's kind of like that. And once he doubled his cheese, then he really liked it. I did add onion powder and garlic. I thought it was delicious though!

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From: MamaJ

On Jun 22, 2009

This is such a great recipe. It is quick, nutricious and cheap! Best of all, it tastes really good--my husband and son loved it. I didn't add as much spinach as called for as I only had about half a bag but I thought it was plenty. I also used whole wheat pasta to increase the fiber in our diets. This will be made frequently at our house because I usually have all the ingredients on hand. Thanks for posting Ms*Bindy!

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From: Victoria in Fort Wayne

On Dec 17, 2007

Loved it. I've made it several times and I actually use frozen spinach. This change makes it super inexpensive and makes a perfect healthy meal straight from the pantry with no need for fresh ingredients, which is why it is always my fall back meal for when we dont have time to go grocery shopping. (also many times I've not used the cheese and it still tastes wonderful) Thanks!

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From: Kree

On Feb 22, 2006

This pasta is amazing! I wasn't sure how much flavor I'd get out of only 5 ingredients, but I was very pleasantly surprised. I used mini penne and only used about 4 oz spinach due to personal taste. I also used soy parmesan in place of the romano and only used about 1/4 cup. This came out creamier than I expected and the flavors paired together perfectly. This is one I plan on making to impress company!

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