Cavatappi With Spinach Beans And Asiago Cheese Recipe

This simple yet flavorful pasta dish is packed with healthy ingredients and vibrant tastes! Creamy Asiago cheese melts perfectly into tender spinach and hearty beans, coating delicious cavatappi pasta. The warmth of the pasta wilts the spinach, releasing its natural flavors and creating a surprisingly complex and pungent sauce. A quick weeknight meal that's both satisfying and sophisticated – peasant food elevated!

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 30 mins

Calories 574.9 kcal

Protein 51g

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Ingredients for Cavatappi With Spinach Beans And Asiago Cheese

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How to Make Cavatappi With Spinach Beans And Asiago Cheese

Cook cavatappi according to package directions. Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
Add canned beans (drained and rinsed) and saute for 2-3 minutes.
Stir in spinach and cook until wilted (about 2-3 minutes).
Add cooked cavatappi to the skillet with the beans and spinach.
Gradually add reserved pasta water, tossing to create a creamy sauce. Add more pasta water if needed to reach desired consistency.
Remove from heat and stir in Asiago cheese until melted and creamy.
Season with salt, freshly ground black pepper, and red pepper flakes (optional) to taste.
Serve immediately and garnish with extra Asiago cheese and fresh parsley, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

Fat

Carbs

33g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Cavatappi With Spinach Beans And Asiago Cheese?

Cavatappi With Spinach Beans And Asiago Cheese takes about 40 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Cavatappi With Spinach Beans And Asiago Cheese?

Cavatappi With Spinach Beans And Asiago Cheese has approximately 574.9 calories per serving, with about 51 g protein, 33 g carbohydrates and 13 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Cavatappi With Spinach Beans And Asiago Cheese?

The key ingredients for Cavatappi With Spinach Beans And Asiago Cheese are Spinach Leaves, Cavatappi Pasta, Olive Oil, Salt, Pepper, Cannellini Beans. See the full list with measurements above.