Pasta with Green Beans
Penne pasta with green beans, garlic, and marinara sauce
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $
Ingredients
- 1 lb penne
- 16 oz. green beans
- 1 jar 24 oz. marinara sauce
- 2 cloves of garlic sliced
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1/4 tsp. black pepper
- grated cheese to taste
Instructions
- Before beginning the recipe remember to read the “Invent Your Recipe” section below for additional suggestions, recipe combinations, or ingredient alternatives.
Preparing the Pasta
- Prepare the penne pasta according to the instructions on the package.
Preparing the Green Beans
- While the pasta is cooking, in a large skillet or pot on high heat add 1/4 cup of extra virgin olive oil and the garlic and sauté until golden, about 1-2 minutes.
- Lower to medium heat and add in the green beans, salt, and pepper, and sauté for 5 minutes, mixing occasionally.
Bringing it All Together
- Continuing on medium heat add in the marinara sauce and cook for 5 minutes, mixing occasionally.
- Finally, add in the cooked pasta and cook for 2 more minutes, mixing occasionally to incorporate all of the ingredients.
To Serve
- Place the pasta in a large serving bowl and sprinkle with grated cheese.
Notes
Invent Your Recipe:
Vegetables sauteed in garlic and oil with some marinara sauce and pasta, what a wonderful meal, and one of my favorites. I have made this recipe with broccoli, peas, brussel sprouts, peppers and onions, and spinach.
I have another featured post with green beans with tomatoes and garlic. That is another way to enjoy this recipe, without the added calories of the pasta. Leave out the grated cheese and you have a vegan recipe.
Nutrition
Calories: 450kcal