Tuscan Pasta with White Beans and Tomatoes

Step 1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil.

Step 2

Put pasta in boiling water that has been heavily salted. Set timer to cook for 1 minute less than package directions.

Step 3

While the pasta is cooking, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat in a large nonstick saute pan. Add in garlic, a pinch of salt, red pepper flakes, and halved tomatoes. Saute for 2-3 minutes until the garlic begins to just toast.

Step 4

Add in the dry white wine and allow to simmer until the alcohol has been reduced by half.

Step 5

Add beans to the skillet and toss well to season. Simmer just until the beans are warm and then add the spinach to the pan.

Step 6

At this point, the pasta should be cooked, drain reserving 1/2 cup fo the cooking liquid.

Step 7

Add the cooked pasta, along with 1/2 cup reserved cooking liquid to the skillet and toss well. Allow the pasta to simmer for 1-2 minutes longer, for the pasta to finish cooking.

Step 8

Remove pasta from heat. Top with remaining olive oil and the juice of the fresh lemon.

Step 9

Serve the pasta warm with Parmesan Cheese if desired.