White Bean Stew

Ingredients

  • 1/4 c extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 garlic cloves
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes Optional
  • 14 1/2 oz canned diced tomatoes
  • 4 c vegetable broth
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 12 oz dried penne or shell pasta
  • 15 oz canned white beans
  • 1 kale
  • shaved parmesan
  • crusty bread

Instructions

1

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes and cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes.

2

Add diced tomatoes with juice, season with salt and pepper, and cook about 2 more minutes.

3

Add vegetable broth and pasta. Bring to a simmer and cook until pasta is tender, about 5-8 minutes.

4

Add white beans and kale and stir to wilt. Serve with bread and garnish with parmesan cheese.