Spinach and White Bean Pasta

Ingredients

Parmesan cheese

1/2 cup, freshly grated

Salt

to taste

Black pepper

to taste

Red pepper flakes

1/4 teaspoon

Dried oregano

1/2 teaspoon

White beans

1 can (15.5 oz), drained and rinsed

Spinach

4 cups, fresh

Garlic

3 cloves, minced

Olive oil

2 tablespoons

Pasta

8 oz

Instructions

1. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Once cooked, drain and set aside, reserving some pasta water for later.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic, cooking until it turns a golden brown and releases a fragrant aroma, about 1 minute.
3. Add the fresh spinach to the skillet, stirring occasionally until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
4. Stir in the white beans, dried oregano, red pepper flakes, and season with salt and pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes, ensuring beans are heated through.
5. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to combine with the spinach and white bean mixture. If needed, add a small amount of the reserved pasta water to create a light sauce.
6. Remove from heat and sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Toss once more to allow the cheese to melt slightly.
7. Serve immediately while hot. Enjoy this delightful twist on a classic Italian dish!