Chard & White Bean Pasta

Name: Chard & White Bean Pasta
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: European, American, Italian, Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 package (12 ounces) uncooked whole wheat or brown rice penne pasta; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 4 cups sliced leeks (white portion only); 1 cup sliced sweet onion; 4 garlic cloves, sliced; 1 tablespoon minced fresh sage or 1 teaspoon rubbed sage; 1 large sweet potato, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes; 1 medium bunch Swiss chard (about 1 pound), cut into 1-inch slices; 1 can (15-1/2 ounces) great northern beans, rinsed and drained; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon chili powder; 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1/8 teaspoon pepper; 1/3 cup finely chopped fresh basil; 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar; 2 cups marinara sauce, warmed

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Prep:20minCook:20min

I love to prepare dishes without gluten or dairy products, and this recipe meets the criteria when you use gluten-free pasta. It's proof you can use delicious, healthy products to create a crowd-pleasing meal. It's also soy-free, nut-free and vegetarian. —Amie Valpone, New York, New York

Updated at: Thu, 20 Mar 2025 15:39:52 GMT