Tortellini with White Beans and Baby Greens
Pasta e Fagioli translated into English is ‘pasta with beans’ in this case it’s Tortellini with White Beans and Baby Greens. This soup is one of the quick weeknight meals we like to make when we’re short on time and usually running late.
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Servings: 2
Calories: 670kcal
Ingredients
- 1 Teaspoon Garlic Crushed and chopped
- 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1/2 Teaspoon Red pepper Flakes
- 2 Tablespoons Fresh Rosemary Finely Chopped, (dried basil and oregano are good substitutes)
- 1 14-Ounce Can Tomatoes Diced
- 1 14-Ounce Can Cannellini Beans Rinsed
- 1 Quart Chicken Stock or Vegetable Stock
- 8 Ounces Tortellini Any flavor stuffed pasta or pasta shapes will work
- 5 Ounces Fresh Baby Spinach Rough chopped
- 1 Teaspoon Salt or to taste
Garnish
- Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese
- Crusty Bread
Instructions
- Heat a large pot over medium-high heat. Add olive oil, red pepper flakes, rosemary, and garlic, sauté for approximately 30-seconds, don’t let the garlic brown
- Add the chicken stock, tomatoes, and rinsed beans. Raise temperature to high and bring to a boil.
- When boiling, add pasta. Cook based on the manufacturer’s instructions. During the last 2 minutes of the pasta cooking time, add the spinach and cover to steam.
- Remove from heat, uncover and stir in the spinach. Taste the soup, adjust seasonings if necessary.
- Garnish with Parmesan and serve with a crusty bread.
Nutrition Facts
Tortellini with White Beans and Baby Greens
Amount Per Serving
Calories 670
Calories from Fat 270
% Daily Value*
Fat 30g46%
Saturated Fat 7g44%
Cholesterol 57mg19%
Sodium 2398mg104%
Potassium 892mg25%
Carbohydrates 70g23%
Fiber 6g25%
Sugar 11g12%
Protein 31g62%
Vitamin A 6853IU137%
Vitamin C 22mg27%
Calcium 251mg25%
Iron 6mg33%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.