Pasta and Beans: A Quick and Easy Italian Recipe

Ingredients

• 1.5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 tomatoes, chopped
• 1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans
• 2 cups penne pasta
• salt to taste

Instructions

1. Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan and saute the chopped onion until tender. Stir in the diced tomatoes and the entire can of cannellini beans. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
2. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil. Add the penne pasta and cook for approximately 8 to 10 minutes, or until the pasta is al dente. Once cooked, drain the pasta thoroughly.
3. Combine the cooked pasta with the warm bean mixture in a serving bowl. Add salt to taste, adjusting according to your preference.

Nutrition

• Calories: 279 kcal
• Fat Content: 6 g
• Fiber Content: 6 g
• Sugar Content: 4 g
• Sodium Content: 228 mg
• Protein Content: 10 g
• Carbohydrate Content: 46 g
• Saturated Fat Content: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g